Destination Kanyakumari

Destination Kanyakumari, India

Kanyakumari, formerly known as Cape Comorin, is a coastal town in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is the southernmost point of the Indian mainland and is famous for its unique geographical location, where the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean meet. Kanyakumari is renowned for its stunning sunrise and sunset views over the ocean.

Kanyakumari

Surrounding Cities:

  1. Nagercoil (19 km)
  2. Thiruvananthapuram (85 km)
  3. Tirunelveli (85 km)
  4. Tuticorin (133 km)
  5. Madurai (245 km)

Kanyakumari

Top Hotels:

Sparsa Resort Kanyakumari
  • Luxurious resort with a sea view, swimming pool, and modern amenities.
Hotel Sea View
  • Offers panoramic views of the sea and the Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
Sangam Hotel
  • Comfortable accommodations with excellent dining options.
The Gopinivas Grand
  • A well-known hotel providing comfortable stays with various facilities.
TTDC Hotel Tamil Nadu
  • A budget-friendly option managed by the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation.

 

Nearest College:

  • Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology (Located in nearby Virudhunagar)

 

Shopping Areas:

  1. Main Bazaar
    • Offers a variety of local goods, including handicrafts, jewelry, and souvenirs.
  2. Vivekananda Rock Memorial Shop
    • Sells religious artifacts and books.
  3. Tower Junction
    • A popular shopping area for local products and daily necessities.

 

Local Foods:

  1. Fish Curry
    • A spicy and tangy dish made with fresh local fish.
  2. Appam with Stew
    • A traditional breakfast dish made from rice batter and coconut milk, served with a vegetable or meat stew.
  3. Nanjil Nattu Chicken
    • A regional chicken curry with unique flavors.
  4. Banana Chips
    • A popular snack made from thinly sliced and fried bananas.

 

Celebrations:

  1. Chaitra Purnima Festival
    • Celebrated in April, marking the full moon day with religious rituals and fairs.
  2. Navratri
    • A nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga with traditional dances and music.
  3. Pongal
    • The Tamil harvest festival celebrated in January with traditional rituals and feasts.
  4. Kanyakumari Festival
    • Held in October, showcasing local culture, music, dance, and crafts.

 

Population:

  • As of the 2021 census, Kanyakumari has a population of approximately 29,761.

 

Ranking in India:

  • Kanyakumari is not ranked among the top metropolitan cities in India but is significant for its unique geographical and cultural importance.

Hindi Information and Symbols:

कन्याकुमारी, भारत

आस-पास के शहर:

  1. नगरकोइल (19 किमी)
  2. तिरुवनंतपुरम (85 किमी)
  3. तिरुनेलवेली (85 किमी)
  4. तूतीकोरिन (133 किमी)
  5. मदुरै (245 किमी)

शीर्ष होटल:

  1. स्पार्सा रिसॉर्ट कन्याकुमारी
  2. होटल सी व्यू
  3. संगम होटल
  4. द गोपिनिवास ग्रैंड
  5. टीडीसी होटल तमिलनाडु

निकटतम कॉलेज:

  • कामराज कॉलेज ऑफ इंजीनियरिंग एंड टेक्नोलॉजी (निकटवर्ती विरुधुनगर में स्थित)

खरीदारी क्षेत्र:

  1. मुख्य बाजार
  2. विवेकानंद रॉक मेमोरियल शॉप
  3. टॉवर जंक्शन

स्थानीय खाद्य पदार्थ:

  1. मछली करी
  2. अप्पम विद स्ट्यू
  3. नांजिल नट्टू चिकन
  4. केले के चिप्स

उत्सव:

  1. चैत्र पूर्णिमा उत्सव
  2. नवरात्रि
  3. पोंगल
  4. कन्याकुमारी उत्सव

जनसंख्या:

  • 2021 की जनगणना के अनुसार, कन्याकुमारी की जनसंख्या लगभग 29,761 है।

भारत में रैंकिंग:

  • कन्याकुमारी भारत के शीर्ष महानगरों में नहीं है, लेकिन यह अपने अद्वितीय भूगोल और सांस्कृतिक महत्व के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है।