India is one of the countries boasting countless places to visit, opportunities to gain unique experiences and explore different dimensions of life. Hence, it takes years to explore each of them.
How about taking a day off mundane life for a same-day trip between two beautiful destinations in the southern corner of India? Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, is known for its rich culture, mesmerising nature attractions, beautiful temples, serene hill stations, and architectural marvels.
On the other hand, Kanyakumari is the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent, offering mindboggling experiences in the waters of the Indian Ocean. Though the distance between the two cities is about a hundred kilometers, you can visit many attractive places by car at affordable Trivandrum to Kanyakumari taxi fare.
Must Visit Places on the Way
1. Kovalam Beach
It is the most famous beach in Kerala and has a long coastline with a gorgeous view of the water and the sky meeting at the horizon. It is about 40 minutes from Trivandrum along the coastal highway.
Kovalam Beach is the best option to start your morning with a walk, sunbathing, snorkeling, catamaran rides, and cycling on the beach. You can savour local lip-smacking delicacies from the shacks by the beach.
2. Padmanabhapuram Palace
Also known as the wooden palace, it is a complex with a central mansion built in old marble and flaunts traditional Kerala architecture.
The highlights are the 300-year-old clock tower and wooden underground passage. It is about 44 Km from Kovalam Beach and about 33 km from Kanyakumari.
3. Nagaraja Temple
Located about 14 Km from Padmanabapuram Palace, Nagaraja Temple in Nagercoil dates back to the 12th century. It has three shrines, the oldest dedicated to the god of serpents; another one worships Lord Krishna and the last one for Shiva.
The temple holds icons and inscriptions depicting the snakes as a form of divine creatures. A highlight of the temple is baby Krishna’s beautiful idol dancing on the serpents’ coil.
The Final Destination – Kanyakumari
Here are the must-visit places in Kanyakumari.
1. Thanumalayan Temple
Also known as Suchindram Temple, this holy structure pays homage to three Hindu gods, Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.
The outstanding attributes of the temple are the seven-storeyed monumental tower and eighteen-foot-tall monolithic pillars that produce music when struck.
2. Thiruvalluvar Statue
The statue symbolises the love and reverence of a legendary poet and philosopher, Tiruvallur. It is 133 feet tall and weighs about 7,000 tons.
The splendid view of the deep-blue ocean in the backdrop makes it a must-visit place in Kanyakumari.
3. Vivekananda Rock
Kanyakumari is known to the whole country by Vivekananda Rock. The legend says the great Saint Swami Vivekananda attained enlightenment on the rock about 500 meters off the mainland into the Indian Ocean.
The sunset view from this point is a beautiful way to end your day trip to Kanyakumari. Ferry rides are available across the water between the rock and the mainland.
Wrapping Up
A single-day trip from Trivandrum to Kanyakumari would be the best gift you can present to yourself and your family.
In addition, it is a cross-culture experience you can experience visiting magnificent places like Gandhi Mandapam, Our Lady of Ransom Church, Vattakottai Fort, and Tsunami Monument.
Car rentals in Trivandrum for an entire day have made trips around the city simple!
