At the southern most land tip of India, where the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, lies Kanniyakumari, an important pilgrim centre. Kanniyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets, especially on full moon days. The beach itself is a beautiful sight with multi- fcoloured sand. There is a lighthouse from where one can get a panoramic view. The Goverflment Museum offers a good collection of sculptural art crafts of Tamil Nadu.

Kanyakumari at a Glance: Find the facts, profile, climate conditions and other important statistics on Kanyakumari.

Area: 25.89 sq. kms.
Population: 17,206 (1991 census)
Altitude: Sea level
Temperature: Summer :Max. 34.8°C Min. 22.4°C
Winter: Max. 33.8°C Min. 21.6°C
Rainfall: Average 102 cms.
Clothing: Tropical
Season: Throughout the year
Languages spoken: Tamil, Malayalam and English
STD Code No. 04652