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When you think about South India, magnificent temples with towering gopurams and a deep sense of spirituality washes you over. The southern end of India is dotted all over with magnificent temples, depicting elaborate and finely engraved sculptures and carvings dedicated to numerous gods and goddesses. Every step of the way you will be greeted with some big or small temple that will instill a feeling of deep faith and oneness. Exploring the temples in the south is something everyone should do at least once in their lifetime to truly grasp the deep sense of devotion, love, and respect that is deeply instilled in the lives of the Indian population as a whole. From being home to the richest temple in the world to the biggest temple and more, exploring the south Indian temples will make you truly realize the rich heritage, culture, and traditions this subcontinent displays with pride.

South India Temple Tour Itinerary Package

Day 1 : Arrival in Chennai

Your 12 days of south India temple tour will commence upon your arrival in Chennai. You will be greeted by our tour representative who will get you checked in to your hotel for relaxation, dinner followed by an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Chennai – Tirupati – Chennai

After having your breakfast at the hotel in the morning you will be made to head out to the temple tour destination of the day, Tirupati. Tirupati is an ancient holy Hindu town located in Andhra Pradesh which is about 3 to 4 hours of drive away. The town is considered so holy that it receives almost 1 lakh visitors and devotees on a daily basis. On reaching Tirupati you will be taken to some of the most famous temples in Tirupati which will include – Sri Padmavathi Temple at Tiruchanoor, Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Srinivasa Mangapuram, Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Kapila Teertham, Sri Kodandaramaswami Temple, Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple at Srikalahasti and Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Narayanavanam. After the completion of temple Darshan and offering your prayer you will be driven back to your hotel in Chennai to get ready for the next day and an overnight stay.

Day 3 : Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mamallapuram

Today, after breakfast, early in the morning you will be made to head for your next destination to Mahabalipuram which is also known as Mamallapuram with a quick stopover at Kanchipuram en route. Did you know that Kanchipuram is also known as the city of 1000 temples? On Reaching Kanchipuram you will be taken around so that you get the importance and vibrancy that this place has to offer. Kanchipuram is one of the holiest places in India which has also served as the capital of the cholas during the 2nd century. After some sightseeing around you will be finally headed to Mahabalipuram. On reaching you will be first checked in to your hotel before starting the sightseeing. After freshening up you will be taken for sightseeing to Krishna Mandapam and the iconic shore temples of the 2nd century. The shore temple is a must visit in Mahabalipuram which is located right on the shore of Arabian Sea and displays the Dravidian architecture in its complete glory. Finally after the sightseeing, by sundown you will be made to head back to your hotel in Mamallapuram for an overnight stay.

Day 4 : Mamallapuram – Tiruvannamalai – Pondicherry

Early in the morning, post breakfast, you will be headed to Pondicherry with a small stopover in Tiruvannamalai for a brief excursion. The entire journey from Mamallapuram to Pondicherry is about 5 to 6 hours of drive by road. On the way you will be taken for an excursion to Tiruvannamalai. Tiruvannamalai is another one of the holiest towns in Tamil Nadu and its name literally translates into Red Mountain, inspired by the volcano mountain located right behind it. This holy town is also an ancient heritage site which is also the hub of Saiva religion. You will be taken to Arunachal hill temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was built during the 9th century. Finally you will be driven to Pondicherry or Puducherry where on arrival you will be immediately checked in to your hotel where you will be staying for the night.

Day 5 : Pondicherry Sightseeing

This day in Pondicherry will be reserved for a full day of sightseeing excursion. After having breakfast in the morning you will be taken for an assisted full day of Pondicherry sightseeing to some of the most popular locations.

Sri Aurobindo ashram will be your first destination. Established in 1926, this has to be one of the most unique and extremely popular ashrams dedicated to the iconic sage, saint, philosopher and thinker Sri Aurobindo. Your next destination will be the Pondicherry museum which will shed light on the history this small, quaint town has been through. The building of the museum belonged to an ex French administrator and displays various rare sculptures and other stuff made from precious and semi-precious stones like beads, necklaces, temple lamps and so much more. Church of the sacred heart Jesus will be the next place of interest on the list. Your Pondicherry experience remains incomplete without an interesting visit to the church. This 17th century church is one of Pondi’s finest churches and a must visit. You will end your list of places by a final visit to Manakula Vinayagar Koil Temple which is a 300 year old temple dedicated to lord Ganesh and boasts of golden spire on top.

Finally you will be taken back to your hotel in Pondi for an overnight stay.

Day 6 : Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Thanjavur

After breakfast in the morning you will be made to head on to your next destination of Thanjavur or initially known as Tanjor which is about 5 hours of road journey away. En route you will be stopping over at Chidambaram which is dedicated to Lord Nataraja and is one of the rare places that houses and enshrines both idols of Lord Shiva and Vishnu under the same roof. It is also rare for being the temple that is solely dedicated to the dance form of Bharatnatyam and also where Lord Shiva is shown in the form of an idol rather than the customary lingam. Spreading out over an area of about 40 acres with towering gopurams on either sides, separated by 5 Sabhas is not just a holy land but is also an inspiring destination for devotees.

Finally you will be made to head on to your final destination in Thanjavur where you will be checked in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 7 : Thanjavur – Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)

Early in the morning after breakfast you will be checked out of your hotel and headed for your complete sightseeing of the famous sightseeing locations in Thanjavur. This will include visits to places like Brihadeshwara Temple – a UNESCO world heritage site, Great living Chola temples – another interesting UNESCO world heritage site. By afternoon you will be headed on to Trichy. On arrival in Trichy you will be checked in to your hotel. The remainder of the evening will be free for you to spend in leisure followed by an overnight stay.

Day 8 : Trichy Temple Tour – Madurai

Early in the morning, post breakfast, you will be checked out of your hotel and made to head for your next destination of Madurai. Before leaving for Madurai you will be taken for a temple tour of Trichy city. Firstly you will be taken to the holy island temple town of Srirangam. This holy island is over 600 acres wide across the 7 gigantic walls of Srirangam Temple. It is famous for housing over 22 different gopurams with one of them making it to the Guinness world record for being the tallest Gopuram in the world. Your next location will be the famous landmark of Trichy, the fort. The rock in the fort is the oldest piece of rock in the world with the main attraction being a small temple within the fort too. Finally you will be headed to Madurai where on reaching you shall be checked in to your hotel here for an overnight stay.

Day 9 : Madurai Sightseeing

A full day of temple hopping in Madurai will begin early in the morning, post breakfast. Madurai is another holy city that resides just next to the holy river Vaigai. The place boasts of a great cultural heritage and a very strong background of mythological accounts. The city was constructed by the pandya kings in the shape of a lotus which has also earned its name of being the lotus city. These sightseeing will include visit to places like Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, Vaigai Dam, Alagar Kovil and Koodal Azhagar Temple. After a full day of exploring the temples in the holy town of Madurai and shopping for souvenirs, you will be taken back to your hotel in Madurai for an overnight stay.

Day 10 : Madurai – Kanyakumari

After having your breakfast in the morning and having checked out of your hotel in Madurai you will be headed to your next destination of the shore city of Kanyakumari. This road journey will be about 4 to 5 hours long. On reaching Kanyakumari you will be taken for a sightseeing expedition before checking into your hotel. This half day of sightseeing will include visit to places like: Swami Vivekananda’s memorial which is built in a small rocky island which is just 200 meters away from the shore; Kumari Amman Temple – the temple is situated near the seashore and as per mythology goddess Devi is said to have performed intense prayers in order to get the hand of the lord in marriage to her and Thiruvallur statue. Finally you will be checked in to your hotel in Kanyakumari for an overnight stay.

Day 11 : Kanyakumari – Trivandrum

After having your breakfast in the morning you will be taken to Trivandrum which is about 3 to 4 hours away from Kanyakumari. You will be reaching Trivandrum by afternoon and immediately checked in to your hotel. After freshening up a little bit you will be taken for some sightseeing in Trivandrum. This will include visits to places like Padmanabha Swamy Temple which is famous for being the wealthiest temple in the world and dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This will be followed by a visit to Napier museum which is a 19th century monument and displays a rare and unique collection of carvings and murals. Finally you will be headed to your hotel in Trivandrum where you will be checked in and stay for the night.

Day 12 : Trivandrum Departure

Post breakfast in the morning you will be checked out of your hotel and made to depart for your point of departure. The drop off at the place of departure like airport or railway station will mark the end of your 12 days and 11 nights of South India Temple Tour Package .

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Trip Highlights

You will start with visiting the Tirupati temple
Explore the Shore temple at Mahabalipuram
Also visit the Arunachal hill temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva
At Pondicherry visit the Aurobindo Ashram
Explore the Pondicherry Museum
Visiting all the best churches in Pondicherry
Visit the Brihadeshwara Temple - a UNESCO world heritage site
Visit to holy island temple town of Srirangam
Finally visit to Padmanabhaswamy Temple Trivandrum

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FAQs for South India Temple Package

A. The South Indian temple is essentially composed of a square-chambered sanctuary topped by a superstructure, tower, or spire and an attached pillared porch or hall (maapa, or maapam), surrounded by a peristyle of cells within a rectangular court.

A. The magnificent Siva temple of Thanjavur, built by Raja Raja I in 1009, and the Brihadisvara Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram, completed around 1030, are both fitting memorials to the two Chola emperors' material and military achievements.

A. Although Kanchipuram is popularly known as the "City of a Thousand Temples," there is no prescribed circuit and no comprehensive temple listing or map to guide visitors. Rather, the thousands of pilgrims who visit the city every day are usually only familiar with the five most famous temples.

A. Temple food is always sattvic, which means it contains no meat, fish, onion, or garlic and is typically composed of grains, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. "The food offered in South Indian temples is almost always cooked at the temple, unlike in North India, where you can offer store-bought food,"

A. South Indian food dishes are generally lighter and revolve around a rice-based diet, as opposed to wheat-based North Indian food. Many of the world's most coveted ingredients, such as curry leaves, peppercorns, tamarind, coconut, and chilies, are grown in South India.

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15 Places to See Magnificent Temples in South India

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When it comes to temples in South India , the state of Tamil Nadu dominates with its ancient towering Dravidian masterpieces that often have brightly painted sculptures on their gopuram (towers). These temples, which display some of India's greatest temple architecture, are the backbone of Tamil culture. Here's where to find the most magnificent South India temples. Many of these places have more than just the one temple, so do look around.

Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Ancient Madurai in Tamil Nadu is home to the most impressive and important temple in South India—the Meenakshi temple . If you only see one South Indian temple, this temple should be it. The temple complex covers 15 acres, and has 4,500 pillars and 12 towers -- it's massive! Most astonishing of all is its many sculptures. The 12-day Chithirai Festival , featuring a reenacted celestial wedding of the temple's god and goddess, is held in Madurai during April each year.

Thanjavur (Tanjore), Tamil Nadu

Thanjavur emerged as the stronghold of Tamil culture in the 11th century, with Chola king Raja Raja I at the helm. The powerful Cholas built more than 70 temples in Thanjavur, with the most outstanding one being the Brihadeswara temple (known as the Big Temple). This temple is one of three Great Living Chola Temples listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It turned 1,000 years old in 2010, also making it among the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva in India. Constructed solely out of stone, its dome rises to over 60 meters, and the passage around the sanctum is adorned with Chola frescoes.

Kumbakonam and Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu

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You'll find the other two UNESCO-listed Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Kumbakonam, about an hour northeast of Thanjavur. The royal temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram was built not long after Thanjavur's Big Temple in the 11th century, when Rajendra Chola I relocated the Chola capital there in celebration of victory. Its design is similar to the Big Temple but on a lesser scale, and it features an enormous stone Nandi (bull). Just west of Kumbakonam, at Darasuram, the 12th century Airavatesvara temple is special for its art and exquisite intricate stone carvings. Kumbakonam abounds with temples and is a fabulous place for temple hopping! If you only have time to see a few, the 13th century Sarangapani temple (dedicated to Lord Vishnu) is most impressive, with a shrine in the form of a horse-drawn chariot.

Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

Popularly known as a "City of a Thousand Temples", Kanchipuram is not just famous for its distinctive silk saris . Located around two hours southwest of Chennai , on the main road to Bangalore, it was once the capital of the Pallava dynasty. Today, only a 100 or so temples remain, many of them with unique architectural beauty. The diversity of temples is particularly noteworthy. There are both Shiva and Vishnu temples, built by various rulers (the Cholas, Vijayanagar kings, Muslims, and British also ruled this part of Tamil Nadu) who each refined the design.

Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu

The special feature at Ramanathaswamy temple in Rameshwaram is its astonishing pillared hallway, regarded as the longest in India, lining its perimeter. The seemingly endless rows of carved pillars have a mesmerizing painted ceiling. The temple is located only 100 meters from the sea (Agni Theertham) and pilgrims take a bath there first, before going inside the temple and bathing in its 22 wells. The water is considered to be holy and purifying to mind and body. Rameshwaram, located on a small island at the tip of the Indian Peninsula, holds a special place in Hindu mythology as it's where Lord Ram built a bridge across the sea to rescue Sita from the clutches of the demon Ravan, in Sri Lanka .

Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu

Chidambaram is off the tourist trail and people mainly head there to visit its Nataraj temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva performing the cosmic dance. This ancient temple is quite unusual because it follows Vedic rituals, set by the sage Patanjali, unlike other Shiva temples in Tamil Nadu whose agamic rituals are based on Sanskrit scriptures. The Vedic rituals are centered on fire, and yagna (fire sacrifice) is performed every morning as part of the puja in the Kanaka Sabha (Golden Hall). Non-Hindus can see it. Get there around 8.00 a.m. The temple priests, known as Podu Dikshitars, were said to be brought from the abode of Lord Shiva by Patanjali himself! The nearby Pichavaram mangroves make an interesting side trip.

Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu

Arunachaleswar temple sits at the base of holy Mount Arunachala in Tiruvannamalai, about four hours southwest of Chennai. It's another large temple complex, with nine towers and three inner courtyards. Lord Shiva is worshiped there as the element of fire. Pilgrims flock to the town every full moon to walk around the mountain. Numerous shrines and sadhus (Hindu holy men) can be found along the path. Once a year, during the Karthikai Deepam Festival on the full moon between November and December, a huge fire is lit on top of the mountain and blazes for days. This holy town has a strong spiritual energy about it, especially some of the meditation caves that can be found in various spots up the mountain.

Tiruchirappalli (Trichy), Tamil Nadu

Tiruchirappalli , or Trichy as it's informally called, is home to the largest temple in India -- the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple on Srirangam Island. It's dedicated to a reclining form of Lord Vishnu, although only Hindus are permitted inside the inner sanctum to see it. This remarkable temple dates back 2,000 years to the early Chola-era in Tamil Nadu. It occupies a mammoth 156 acres and has 21 gopuram (towers). The main tower, which is 73 meters high, is the second tallest temple tower in Asia. In addition, don't miss the Rock Fort Temple Complex, built in spectacular style on a rocky outcrop above the city. As is to be expected, it affords a panoramic view. The complex consists of three Hindu temples and a fort. The oldest of these temples was cut into the side of the rock by Pallava king Mahendravarman I in the 6th century. Read more about the best things to do in Tiruchirappalli.

Belur, Karnataka

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One of the top places to visit in Karnataka , Belur is home to the marvelous 12th century Chennakeshava temple, built by the ruling Hoysala dynasty to commemorate their victory over the Cholas and dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It took a long 103 years to complete and is adorned with some of India's most celebrated sculptures. You'll find many other temples belonging to the Hoysala Empire in Belur, as their capital was located there before its downfall from Mughal attack in the 14th century.

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Extremely popular with pilgrims, the sprawling temple complex of Lord Venkateswara (Lord Vishnu) is situated above Tirupati in the southern part of Andhra Pradesh. Those who are able can walk the 4,000 steps up the hill to the temple, which takes two to four hours. Otherwise, it's easier to go by bus. The temple is one of the most visited and wealthiest in India, as can be seen by its gold-plated dome. It's been patronized by all the various rulers and kings over the years. In recent times, Bollywood stars Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai prayed at the temple after their marriage in 2007. Keep in mind that there are a number of challenges when visiting Tirupati Temple, including huge crowds, making it suited to serious pilgrims only.

Pattadakal, Karnataka

The Group of Monuments at Pattadakal is one of India's little-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It consists of nine Hindu temples and a Jain sanctuary, surrounded by many smaller shrines. What's particularly striking about it is masterful blend of Dravidian (southern) and Nagara (northern) styles of temple architecture. The standout temple is the Virupaksha temple, built in the 8th century by queen Lokamahadevi of the Chalukya dynasty to commemorate her husband's victory over the Pallavas of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu. Its interior is covered in beautiful carvings and sculptures, including episodes from The Ramayana and Bhagavad Gita .

Aihole, Karnataka

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Not far from Pattadakal, former Chalukya capital Aihole has more than 100 temples. However, they were constructed much before the ones at Pattadakal, and their designs are considered to be experimental and not as refined. The Durga Temple Complex is the focal point. It has 12 Hindu temples dating back to the 6th-8th centuries. Another highlight is the 6th century Ravana Phadi cave temple, uphill from the Durga Temple Complex. It features large sculpture panels and is thought to be the earliest monument of the Badami Chalukyas. Pattadakal and Aihole can be visited on a side trip from Hampi.

Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu

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Off-the-beaten-track, the historic Kudumiyanmalai Temple Complex is centered around a naked granite hill near Pudukottai, a bit over an hour south of two hours northeast of Tiruchirappalli. The two main structures are an ancient rock-cut cave temple localled called Melakkoil and large Sikkanathaswamy temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The was built in phases by many rulers from the Cholas to the Nayaks and is adorned with sculptures. More than 100 inscriptions can be found on the walls of the temples. Of most importance is the 7th century musical inscription engraved into the rock on the side of the cave temple. It's recognized as one of the earliest surviving sources of Indian music notation and outlays the grammatical notes of Carnatic music.

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

You've no doubt heard of the Golden Temple in Amritsar but did you know there's a golden temple in Tamil Nadu too? This dazzling modern-day temple was constructed by a spiritual organization headed by Sri Sakthi Amma (also known as Narayani Amma) and completed in 2007. It's said to be the only temple in the world that's fully covered in gold -- all 1,500 kilograms of it! Even the deity, goddess Mahalakshmi, is adorned with gold and diamond jewellery. The temple was plated with gold to attract visitors and impart messages of spiritual wisdom, which are written on the long pathway leading to the temple's entrance.

Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

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The small village of Lepakshi, in the Anantapur district of southern Andhra Pradesh, can be visited on a peaceful day trip from Bangalore in Karnataka. It's renowned for its Vijayanagar style of architecture, in particular the Veerabhadra temple that dates back to the 16h century. Features include a collossal monolithic stone Nandi (bull) statue, unusual pillar that hangs from the temple roof, and some of the finest mural paintings of the Vijayanagar kings. There's also a Ganesh statue carved into a boulder, and stone Naga (snake) sheltering the temple's black granite s hivalingam (representation of Lord Shiva).

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Day 1 : Arrival at Chennai

Upon arrival at Chennai International airport, you will be welcome by Travelogy India Representative. Transfer to hotel, Check in formalities. Overnight at Chennai.

Day 2 : Chennai Sightseeing

Time to visit capital city of Tamil Nadu , Chennai on Coromandel coast. Kick off Chennai sightseeing with Parthasarathy Temple, Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Adeeswar Temple and more. Relax on Marina beach , one of the longest of world's beach ranking. Later Drop to hotel, Overnight at Chennai.

Day 3 : Chennai – Tirupati - Chennai (by surface approx 270 kms / 8-9 hrs)

Begin journey with one of the holiest Hindu Pilgrimage Tirupati Temple located in the hill town of Tirumala. Temple dedicated to Lord Sri Venkateshwara, an incarnation of Vishnu. It is richest temple in the world in terms of donations received. After Darshan at Temple and head back to Chennai city.

Day 4 : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram ( by surface approx 144 kms / 4 hrs )

Today we will explore two famous Heritage and Architecture cities Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. While going Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram falls in between. Kanchipuram offers sightseeing of Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Ekambareshwrar temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple . If time permits visit to silk weaving factories of Kanchipuram . On arrive at Mahabalipuram visit to UNESCO heritage listed group of monuments recognized at World Heritage sites.

Day 5 : Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry ( by Car )

Having your breakfast leave for Pondicherry the treasure and rich history and culture Admire architecture of Auroville township, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, famous promenade beach and Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam Temple, Mahatma Gandhi Statue and French war memorial . Evening French colony walk. Back to hotel, night spend at Pondicherry.

Day 6 : Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Tanjore (by surface approx 175 kms / 4.5 hrs)

Drive to city of Great living Chola Temples Tanjore. But before that en route visit to Thillai Natraja Temple located in a town Chidambaram. Temple is major shrine of Lord Shiva worship since the classical period. Continue your drive to Tanjore, Overnight at Tanjore.

Day 7 : Tanjore - Trichy - Madurai (by surface 200 km / 04 hrs)

Start your day with 1000 year old Brihadishwara Temple, Great living Chola Temples and leave for glorious city of Madurai. En route visit to Tiruchirappali , once the part of Chola Kingdom. Visit sculpted temples and Fortress of Trichy . Begin with Jambukeswarar Temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Rockfort temple . Drive to Madurai continue. On arrive check in to hotel. Overnight at Madurai.

Day 8 : Madurai Sightseeing

Full day at leisure to explore this wonderful city. Choose from pilgrimage site Meenakshi Amman Temple, historical monument Tirumalai Nayak Palace being the most prominent. Back to hotel relax for while.

Post dinner t ake you to Meenakshi Temple once again to attend Madurai temple night ceremony . Overnight spend at Madurai.

Day 9 : Madurai – Rameshwaram (by surface approx 188 km / 3 ½ hrs)

Head to Rameshwaram situated one and only island seprated from mainland India. Here pay your visit to Ramnathaswamy Temple dedicated to the Hindu god Rama. Post darshan and pooja ceremony at temple back to hotel and night spend at Rameshwaram.

Day 10 : Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (by surface approx 360 km / 7 hrs)

This morning follow scenic drive known from Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari a coastal town. Enroute visit to Thiruchendur Murugan Temple . Continue drive to Kanyakumari. On arrive enjoy sunset view of Kanyakumari shore . Overnight at Kanyakumari.

Day 11 : Kanyakumari - Kovalam (by surface approx 90 kms/2 hrs)

There is time this morning to explore pilgrimage sites and historical significant places of Kanyakumari. Visit Kanyakumari Amman Temple, Thiruvallur statue and Gandhi Mandapam . Leave for Kovalam a beach destination. Rest of the day relax at beaches . Overnight at Kovalam.

Day 12 : Kovalam – Trivandrum (Departure)

Temple tour come to end at Kovalam. Drop you at nearest Trivandrum international airport. Tour Terminates Here.

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