There are no words that can completely describe the beauty of Kanyakumari and it remains one of the most popular tourist destinations of south India. Located in the southernmost point of the Indian mainland, it is a magnificent place of natural beauty where you can see the deep blue waters of the ocean meeting the horizon. This southernmost town of Tamil Nadu is an important attraction for the tourists. Before you set out on a tour, you should have enough information about Kanyakumari that would help you explore the town conveniently.

Fast Facts

Population	:	19,678
Altitude	:	0.300 meters above the sea level
Languages	:	Tamil, Malayalam and English
Best time to visit	:	October to March
STD Code	:	04652

History

Kanyakumari was once also called as Alexandria of the East and was one of the great centers for learning, art, and culture. It was also an important place for trade and commerce that flourished during the ancient time. Formerly Kanyakumari was ruled by the Cholas, the Cheras, the Pandyas and the Nayaks and you can clearly see those influences in the architectural splendor of the temples here. About Kanyakumari one thing is quite apparent that it was the most favored seat of the rulers owing to its unmatched natural beauty and rich culture and heritage.

Kanyakumari was for some period, under the rule of the kings of Travancore. You can also see the Christian influence in the town as Christianity was advocated by St. Thomas in 52 A.D. Similarly, Jainism and Islam have also left their imprints on this place and have considerably contributed to the architectural wealth and literary heritage of the region. There are many places to visit in Kanyakumari which bear testimony to the ancient culture and civilization of this place.

Best Season, Climate, and Clothing

Kanyakumari is adjacent to the sea and hence enjoys a maritime climate all the year round. However, the summers are sweltering and the temperature may soar to as high as 34.8�C. The ideal time to visit Kanyalumari would be from October to March and the cottons would be ideal as far as clothing is concerned. So make a trip to Kanyakumari and come back with some of the memorable moments spent there.

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