Kanyakumari, located on the southernmost point of the Indian Mainland is a beautiful holiday

destination in India. Popularly known as Cape Comorin, Kanyakumari is well known for its
spectacular sunsets, picturesque tourist attractions and beach hotels. The city is surrounded
by three ocean bodies such as Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. If you are
interested to enjoy your summer vacation, then Kanyakumari can turn your dreams into
reality. Kanyakumari holds a number of budget hotels, 3 star hotels, 2 star hotels, resorts,
guest houses and more. The Gopinivas Grand is one among those hotels. Tourists should
ensure to find the Kanyakumari hotels near beach with the way to enjoy the scenic beauty of
the nature. Along with excellent accommodation, the heritage city is filled with a number of
historical sights and tourist spots.

Historical Sights Near Kanyakumari are:

Kanyakumari Wax Museum

Situated in the Baywatch Amusement Park, Kanyakumari Wax Museum is considered to be the
first museum opened in the year of 24th December 2005. This historical spot houses all the
important figures of the Indian History and word history. Tourists who are visiting
Kanyakumari have to make sure to check out this wax museum with their family. Near the
museum, there are many famous Kanyakumari hotels which help to offer a comfortable
accommodation for all range of travelers.

Vattakottai Fort
Vattakottai Fort, one of the popular historical sights near kanyakumari. It is situated on the
southern tip of India. It is believed that the fort was constructed under the command of
Captain De Lannoy. Major renovation was made in the fort and it is currently protected by the
Indian archaeological department. Tourists from all over the parts of the country visit the
Vattakottai Fort with great thrill and enthusiasm.

Vattakottai Fort Kanyakumari

Udayagiri Fort
Udayagiri Fort is a worth visiting site that is known for its magnificent structure and quite
surrounding. Originally built in 1600s, the fort is exactly placed at a distance of 14 km from
Nagercoil town in Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. If you are interested in visiting an ancient
historical place, then Udayagiri Fort is the right destination. However, tourists need not worry
about the accommodation options. You can find a number of affordable Kanyakumari hotels
near the tourist spot.
Chitharal Jain Monuments
Chitharal Jain Monuments is an important historical monument which lies at 55 km from
Kanyakumari. This monument holds a range of impressive rock shelters and idols used in the 9-
11th century. It is estimated to know that the Jain monument is mainly constructed to honor
the God and Goddess of the Jain community. Visiting this historical spot will enable the
travelers to explore the values of their customers and enjoy the beauty of its rich look.

Gandhi Memorial Mandapam

Gandhi Memorial Mandapam is a place of historical importance. In the mandapam, the ashes
of Mahatma Gandhi were kept for public darshan before immersion in the sea. The entire
building was constructed in Orissa Style of architecture. Gandhi Memorial Mandapam is also
the major landmark of heritage city. Usually, the tourists visiting the mandapam would have a
great peace of mind in the calm environment. Now, the building has been used by the
Information and Public Relations Department of Tamil Nadu for its office.

Therefore, tourists can have a great fun and pleasure in the land of paradise with their friends
and family. Some of the finest hotels in Kanyakumari are nestled near these historical spots.
So, the travelers can enjoy the comfortable accommodation and check out these historical
spots with ease.