Geographically located at the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari or Cape Comorin is diametrically opposite to Kashmir in the North, literally speaking. Famous as a temple town, Kanyakumari is also known for its waters and the huge coastline.In literature she is referred to as the Alexandria of the East, given her peculiar status of being the confluence point of three oceans: the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean . A pleasant climate with the tourist season peaking between October and March makes this city worth a visit.Attractive tourist sites here are aplenty: The Government Museum, The Gandhi Memorial, Sripada Parai, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kumari Amman. Given that the city often sees an influx of tourists, the hotels here offer the best in terms of comfort, luxury and customized service. Note that you need to reserve rooms before you travel or face being turned away. |