The Famous Place in Kanyakumari–In Images

The famous Place in Kanyakumari as we all know is the Vivekananda Rock Memorial where Swami Vivekananda  during the month of December 1892 went to this Rock for deep meditation and enlightenment.He swam to this rock and meditated about the past, present and future of India. It is said that he attained enlightenment on the rock, and henceforth became a reformer and philosopher.

So this place is considered very Sacred and is a major tourist attraction and tourist in huge number visit this place everyday…and why not this place is really worth a visit..So here it is–
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Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Another famous place that lies just few meters away from the Vivekananda Rock Memorial is The Thiruvalluvar Statue which is 133 ft tall stone sculpture  of the Tamil Poet and Saint Thiruvalluvar,a magnificent statue above the sea is a delight to watch..
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Thiruvalluvar Statue

Thiruvalluvar Statue-Closer view

Both these attractions look great and is a delight to eyes and looks great at night with lights all over the place..To reach this Place Tamil Nadu Govt. runs regular ferry service and the ticket cost is around 34 INR to and fro and the timings is from morning 9 o’clock to 5 o’clock in the Evening..

Here is the Image of both the attractions together..
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Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue

Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue

So,enjoy your visit to Kanyakumari.. 🙂
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