Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Thiruvalluvar Statue
Kanya kumari Beach
Sunset/sunrise point
Gandhi memorial
Kanyakumari temple
Triveni sangam (Milan of three seas)

        Visit the Vattakottai Fort to get a slice of the Travancore kingdom in the 18th century. It was primarily meant to serve as a defence against external forces that could have come via the sea route. Made with granite blocks, this fort goes right into the sea on one end and bordered by the Western Ghats on the other. Such a strategic location makes it particularly interesting. The beach here comprises black sands, which adds to the effect of the place. Today, it is protected by the Archeological Survey of India. The fort was made under Capt. Eustachius De Lannoy, who was a naval officer in the Dutch East India Company. Placed on the southern end of the country, it is a must visit when in Kanyakumari.

        Also known as Suchindram Anjaneyar temple, Thanumalayan temple has a majestic seven-storeyed white Gopuram. People from different parts of the country visit this destination and get the blessings from the powerful Hindu God. It is believed that this is an unique temple which is dedicated to three deities by one image. The three deities include Sthanu-Shiva, Maal- Vishnu and Ayan- Brahma. Further, the temple is famous for its rich architecture and ancient historical monuments of thousand years old. The entrance of the temple looks dynamic and it is clearly visible from a far distance.

        Muttom Beach is a famous rocky beach that offers a lot of peace. Located in serene and quiet environs, this place is popular among tourists who are looking for a break from city life. You can watch fishermen spread their net and the sillouetes of a church in the distance. For nature lovers, this is just the place to enjoy a lovely sunrise or sunset. Since it is located close to a coastal town, the beach also has a descripit lighthouse. It is 15.22 metres high and attracts about 4,000 tourists every year.

        Chothavilai Beach was at one point highly famous among visitors because of its clean waters and a coastline stretching up to 4 km. Today, it is known as an area most affected by the Tsunami that struck the state in 2004. The waves here are calm and appealing. In fact, the sand is soft and it glistens because of which it appeals to everyone. Many places for recreation along the beach have been created here to attract visitors. There is a park for children to play by the sea, coconut trees and sit out areas at ample plces to watch the sunset.

        The Mandaikkadu Bhagavathi Amman Temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati also known as Bhagavathi. This temple is located near Nagercoil-colachel state highway in the town of Mandaikkadu. Many legends associated with the temple along with a beautiful sea shore location add to its sanctity of this temple. This makes it a sought after pilgrim center for people from Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Simple Kerala style architecture and an earthy idol of the presiding deity will delight and calm you at the same time. It is said that one day Sri Guru Shankaracharya along with his Keralite disciples were performing a Srichakra Puja.

        Nestled in the Western Ghats is a beautiful waterfall named the Olakaruvi Falls, also known as the Ullakarvi Falls. This waterfall comprises two smaller falls – the lower is a popular picnic spot and the higher is about 200 metres up hill. Visitors can either enjoy bathing in the lower falls or trek further up to the higher falls. The beautiful cascade is located about 25 km away from Nagercoil in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu. The best way to reach Olakaruvi Falls is by trekking through rocky and forested area.

        Padmanabhapuram Palace is one of the most striking palaces in the country. It is located at the bottom of the Veli Hills, which is part of the Western Ghats. This palace is open to the public and consists of several structures. It has the King’s chamber, Queen Mother’s palace, performance hall, a mansion and the southern palace. There are other unique features of the Palace which make it very popular among tourists. There’s a room filled with Chinese jars and gifts, a gallery of paintings, a variety of weapons, lamps, furniture and more

        The temple is surrounded on three sides by rivers Kothai, Parali and Tambraparani. River Paraliyar takes a turn in this place and diverges to flow forming an island and it is called Vattaru and when the temple of Adhikesava Perumal was created it came to be known as Thiruvattaru. One must climb 18 steps to reach Sri Adi Kesava sannidhi (altar). This Temple is older than Sri Ananta Padmanabha Swamy Temple at Trivandrum (50 km from here). The structure of the temple is like that of Sri Ananta Padmanabha Swamy temple at Trivandrum.

        Thottilpalam is a town in north east of Kozhikode district, Kerala, in southwest India. It is under Nadapuram assembly constituency. A KSRTC Sub Depot is operating here. Major bus service from here are to Kozhikode, Mananthavadi, Vadakara , Guruvayur and Thalassery. This town is the border of Kozhikkode district and Wayanad district. An ancient story is there about the origin of its name. The term "Thottil" means 'Cradle' and the term "Palam" means Bridge. So local people living in this village beileve that there was a "Cradle Bridge" in between a River, and that was made by the British Government during their rule in Kerala, to move their goods easily from their Estate in Kunduthode (Nearst village) to the town. Hence being the bridge there people call that place as "Thottilpalam"(Cradle Bridge).

        Thirparappu Falls are about 55 KMs from Thiruvananthapuram and situated on the Kodayar (Kothai River). Water falls on a rocky river bed from the height of nearly 15 mts. It should be visited during monsoon and post monsoon season as rest of the year there isn’t much water flowing here. Amid the mist and the sound of the falling water, there is also a children’s swimming pool that has been recently constructed. Place is usually thronged by tourist and as such is not very well maintained in spite of the beautiful surroundings. There is boating facility also available here.

        Pechiparai Reservoir is a reservoir located 43 kilometers from the town of Nagercoil, near the village of Pechiparai in Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India.Pachiparai Dam, Kanyakumari District The reservoir was formed by the construction of the Pechiparai Dam, which was built across the River Kodayar about a mile below the confluence of the tributaries Kallar, Chittar and Kuttiyar. It was built during the period 1897 - 1906 by the European Engineer, Mr Minchin, during the reign of the Travancore Maharaja Moolam Thirunal.

        Chittar Dam – 1 is a reservoir located at Pechiparai Village in Kanyakumari District of Tamilnadu. Chittar dams were constructed as part of the Kodayar System Major Irrigation Project. There are 2 dams, namely, Chittar-1 and Chittar-2 in which the latter being larger. The reservoirs and dams are controlled by the Tamil Nadu state electricity board. The Chittar Reservoir is built on the Chittar River. This river and its five tributaries originate in the Courtallam hills in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India.

        Perunchani Dam is an irrigation dam at Perunchani, about 42 km from Nagercoil, the administrative headquarters-town of Kanyakumari District, and about 10 km from the town of Kulasekhram. The dam is built across the River Paralayar. It is a straight gravity masonry dam of 373.10 meters long consisting of 275.28 meters of bulk head section. A drainage gallery of 1.52 x 2.29 M has been provided in the middle river section for a length of 45.70 M which serves a longitudinal inspection chamber as well as out-let for the seepages from the foundation.