Blessed with Historical Monuments, Forts, Churches, Temples, Plantations of Coffee, Pepper, etc, Mangalore is a Paradise of Tourists.
Tippu has been one of the Most Powerful and Dreaded Sultans of India who ruled from Sri Rangapattana, near Mangalore. To make his Sultanate free from enemy attacks he built Sultan Battery which is not only a Monument of Historical Importance but it is also an Architectural Wonder.
Sultan Battery
It has been constructed on black stones of churches destroyed by Sultan during his persecutions of Christians in Mangalore for as lengthy a period as that of fifteen years. Located at Boloor, on east bank of Gurpur River, 4 km from Mangalore Bus Stand, Karnataka State, India, it is a Watch Tower built by Tippu Sultan in 1784 known as Sultan’s Battery Watch Tower to watch the movements of Enemy Warships into Gurpur River. Though it is constructed as a Watch Tower it looks like a fortress with elaborate arrangements for firing of cannons. Firing of cannons is called ‘battery’ and hence it is called Sultan’s Battery. Over a period of time people started calling it Sultan Battery instead of Sultan’s Battery for the sake of convenience and since then its original name of ‘Sultan’s Battery’ has lost its relevance.
There is an Underground Chamber at the Battery to store Gun Powder and there is a belief that it has a secret route to Sri Rangapattana, the Capital City of Tipu Sultan.
As there has been no maintenance mechanism in place much of the Tower has got ruined and in that sorry state of affairs only a portion of it is existing now which is called ‘Tippu’s Well’. But still it would be a good proposition to pay a visit to it given its historical and architectural importance. And if you would climb up the stairs of the Tower you would be welcomed by the Spectacular Views of the Arabian Sea and also by the cool windy breeze of the same Sea.
The Best Time To Visit
September to February
How To Reach
By Air
Mangalore has an airport of its own at Bajpe, 18 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station Mangalore.
By Road
Mangalore is well connected by road to different parts of India
Kasargod of Kerala State is just 60 km away
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Factors Responsible for the Beauties of Munnar
The Malayalam Language Words ‘Munnu’ , which is the Language of Kerala State, India, means ‘three’ and the word ‘Aar’ means ‘River’ Hence Munnar is the shortened version of the two Malayalam Words, ‘munnu’ and ‘aar’ ,‘Munnar. It is truly at the confluence of Three Rivers namely Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala justifying its name. It has two parts, Old and New Munnar. Tourist Information Office is located at Old Munnar and Bus Station and most Guest Houses are situated at New Munnar.
It is a Beautiful Hill Station to be in and the Main Factors responsible for its beauty are its Strobilanthes, Landscape, etc.
Strobilanthes
Its Strobilanthes or ‘Neelkurinji’ in Malayalam is a blue flower wonder spectacle which happens only every 12 years and it had last bloomed in December 2006.
Landscape
Its landscape is gifted up with Hills, Waterfalls, Lakes, Wildlife, Tea Plantations, etc and it is like a green carpet thanks to its huge green tea plantations which glitters with silver oak trees separated by valleys, lakes, streams, etc. Its sky-cape is like a canvas of water colours of all hues, namely, blue, orange, grey, white, red, etc. And to add wonder and splendor between land and sky fog and mist play their merry-games of hide and seek.
You would find mountains and valleys dancing with immaculately trimmed tea plants. You would also find silver oak trees in between tea plants at regular distances to preserve water during summer to keep the soil moist throughout the year.
Spice Garden
It has an area of 73 acres but you have access to only 3 acres.
Herds of wild elephants come to Garden in the morning to quench their thirst. As they are under protection they roam about freely and in the process they destroy standing crops, trees, etc, though bananas are their favourites. If they come in groups they are gentle and they would be wild if they come alone.
Garden has plenty of white chilli, insulin making leaves, cardamom, pepper, lemon grass, vanilla, coffee, cloves, cinnamon, etc.
Anamudi
‘Anamudi’ is the Highest Peak of South India which is located in Munnar with a height of 2685 meters.
As all tourist spots are dispersed placing each at distance from another hiring a cab would be an ideal proposition.
The Best Time to Visit
November to April
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Kochi, 140 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Junction, Ernakulam, 140 km
By Road
140 km from Kochi
Roads are smooth but they are narrow, curvy and twisty and so drive takes more times. Kothamangalam is on the way 80 km from Munnar and Adimali, 30 km and these 30 km you would experience fabulous cool drive through natural forest, waterfalls, etc. If you move about 8 km from Adimali, you would have wonderful views of tea plantations on both sides of the road and Western Mountain Pass.
It is a Beautiful Hill Station to be in and the Main Factors responsible for its beauty are its Strobilanthes, Landscape, etc.
Strobilanthes
Its Strobilanthes or ‘Neelkurinji’ in Malayalam is a blue flower wonder spectacle which happens only every 12 years and it had last bloomed in December 2006.
Landscape
Its landscape is gifted up with Hills, Waterfalls, Lakes, Wildlife, Tea Plantations, etc and it is like a green carpet thanks to its huge green tea plantations which glitters with silver oak trees separated by valleys, lakes, streams, etc. Its sky-cape is like a canvas of water colours of all hues, namely, blue, orange, grey, white, red, etc. And to add wonder and splendor between land and sky fog and mist play their merry-games of hide and seek.
You would find mountains and valleys dancing with immaculately trimmed tea plants. You would also find silver oak trees in between tea plants at regular distances to preserve water during summer to keep the soil moist throughout the year.
Spice Garden
It has an area of 73 acres but you have access to only 3 acres.
Herds of wild elephants come to Garden in the morning to quench their thirst. As they are under protection they roam about freely and in the process they destroy standing crops, trees, etc, though bananas are their favourites. If they come in groups they are gentle and they would be wild if they come alone.
Garden has plenty of white chilli, insulin making leaves, cardamom, pepper, lemon grass, vanilla, coffee, cloves, cinnamon, etc.
Anamudi
‘Anamudi’ is the Highest Peak of South India which is located in Munnar with a height of 2685 meters.
As all tourist spots are dispersed placing each at distance from another hiring a cab would be an ideal proposition.
The Best Time to Visit
November to April
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Kochi, 140 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Junction, Ernakulam, 140 km
By Road
140 km from Kochi
Roads are smooth but they are narrow, curvy and twisty and so drive takes more times. Kothamangalam is on the way 80 km from Munnar and Adimali, 30 km and these 30 km you would experience fabulous cool drive through natural forest, waterfalls, etc. If you move about 8 km from Adimali, you would have wonderful views of tea plantations on both sides of the road and Western Mountain Pass.
The Majestic Beaches of Kovalam
The Beaches of Kovalam are located approximately 15 km south of Trivandrum, Capital City of Kerala State, India. The word ‘Kovalam’ means grove of coconut trees and as if to justify the said word Kovalam Beaches offer an endless row of coconut trees spreading out its splendor of greenery and scenery.
The Majesty of Kovalam Beaches
The Unique Features of Kovalam Beaches are majestic and musical seas, smiling and silvery white sands, murmuring and dancing palm trees, glittering sun shine, rejuvenating Massage Parlours, etc, which only make Kovalam Beaches Majestic.
Three Beaches
Kovalam has mainly three successive but small crescent beaches namely Lighthouse Beach, Eve’s or Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach.
Lighthouse Beach
This is the southernmost beach and it is called Lighthouse Beach as it houses the Lighthouse to guide ships, etc. It is a Worthwhile House to visit for if you climb up its 142 spiral steps and 12 ladder rungs to reach its Observation Platform you can see Beemapalli mosque in one direction and Poovar on the other. The Lighthouse offers spectacular view of nearby Vizhinjam Mosque.
The Beach is clustered with Low Cost Lodging Houses, Restaurants, etc, ideal for long stay.
You can also venture out into the sea on surf boards, wooden catamarans, etc. Beach chairs and parasols are also available on hire.
The Middle, Hawah- or Eve’s Beach
With a high rock promontory and a tranquil bay of blue waters, it creates a unique aquarelle on moonlight nights. Its leisure options are sun bathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, catamaran cruises, etc. It situates in opposite direction of Lighthouse Beach. esterners in their swim suits are common sights here. They choose this beach as crowd is less and waves are not very rough.
Samudra Beach
It is into north and is not active during day times, but it gets active at nights and restaurant tables are laid out on the shore. There is a small temple situated here which is surrounded by resorts with ayurvedic spas, massage parlours, etc. Local fishermen crowd this beach during day times.
Activities.
Local fishermen provide sun rise and sunset cruises in fishing boats. Also you can have Catamaran cruises on country rafts.
Accommodation
It is available from budget to top class hotels and also home-stay facilities.
Shopping
You can find shops selling carved ivory items, wooden baskets, caskets, Kathakali masks, handicrafts items, books, antiques, Tibetan, Kashmiri and Rajasthani clothes, etc.
The Best Time to visit
September to March
HowTo reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Trivandru,15 km
By Rail
Trivandrum Central Thampanoor Railway Station, 15 km.
By Road
It has good network of roads. Kerala State Transport Buses and inter-state buses have regular services to Kovalam.
The Majesty of Kovalam Beaches
The Unique Features of Kovalam Beaches are majestic and musical seas, smiling and silvery white sands, murmuring and dancing palm trees, glittering sun shine, rejuvenating Massage Parlours, etc, which only make Kovalam Beaches Majestic.
Three Beaches
Kovalam has mainly three successive but small crescent beaches namely Lighthouse Beach, Eve’s or Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach.
Lighthouse Beach
This is the southernmost beach and it is called Lighthouse Beach as it houses the Lighthouse to guide ships, etc. It is a Worthwhile House to visit for if you climb up its 142 spiral steps and 12 ladder rungs to reach its Observation Platform you can see Beemapalli mosque in one direction and Poovar on the other. The Lighthouse offers spectacular view of nearby Vizhinjam Mosque.
The Beach is clustered with Low Cost Lodging Houses, Restaurants, etc, ideal for long stay.
You can also venture out into the sea on surf boards, wooden catamarans, etc. Beach chairs and parasols are also available on hire.
The Middle, Hawah- or Eve’s Beach
With a high rock promontory and a tranquil bay of blue waters, it creates a unique aquarelle on moonlight nights. Its leisure options are sun bathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, catamaran cruises, etc. It situates in opposite direction of Lighthouse Beach. esterners in their swim suits are common sights here. They choose this beach as crowd is less and waves are not very rough.
Samudra Beach
It is into north and is not active during day times, but it gets active at nights and restaurant tables are laid out on the shore. There is a small temple situated here which is surrounded by resorts with ayurvedic spas, massage parlours, etc. Local fishermen crowd this beach during day times.
Activities.
Local fishermen provide sun rise and sunset cruises in fishing boats. Also you can have Catamaran cruises on country rafts.
Accommodation
It is available from budget to top class hotels and also home-stay facilities.
Shopping
You can find shops selling carved ivory items, wooden baskets, caskets, Kathakali masks, handicrafts items, books, antiques, Tibetan, Kashmiri and Rajasthani clothes, etc.
The Best Time to visit
September to March
HowTo reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Trivandru,15 km
By Rail
Trivandrum Central Thampanoor Railway Station, 15 km.
By Road
It has good network of roads. Kerala State Transport Buses and inter-state buses have regular services to Kovalam.
Kodai Lake, The Landmark of Kodaikanal
The word ‘Kodaikanal’ means ‘Gift of Forest’. With its ever-green fauna, scenic greenery, exotic hills, exquisite tea plantations, lazy, cozy lake, serene, green ambience, sweet neat plums, the blue Strobilanthes or Neelkurinji, etc, it is truly a Gift of Forest or she is the Daughter of Forest that fires the dreams of every tourist to throw up his or her hat into the ring of its charm to sit in its lap for at least a second.
British Creation
It has been built by Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the Collector of Madurai during the British Rule in 1863. By artificially creating it he transformed a marshy stretch of land into a spectacular lake by strengthening its banks and bringing beautiful boats from Tuticorin.
Star-shaped
Star-shaped, centrally located and surrounded by lush green hills of Palani Hills Range, it spreads out its Green Carpet of Greenery and Scenery to welcome you. An Earthen Dam has been constructed to create Lake in a marshy area. Outflow from the Lake forms a Waterfall called Silver Cascade.
Location
Located at a distance of 3 km from Main Bus Stand at an altitude of 2285 meters it covers an area of about 60 acres. You can trek or drive along the Lake bordered by a well maintained road.
Leisure Activities
You can enjoy horse rides in the shores of Lake or you can cycle around it. Children can enjoy pony rides, can play around greeneries, etc. If you opt out to sit on the edges of Lake its cool, woolly breezes would caress you.
Annual Boat Pageant is held every May at the Boat Club.
The Pathway running into 5 km along the periphery of Lake is a good jaunt to laze around.
Several hotels surround the Lake. You can watch its beautiful scenery while sipping a cup of coffee in the balcony of your hotel. It would be an excellent option for you to stand by the Lake and to watch the most enchanting Sun-set.
Temperature
11 to 20 Degree Celsius during Summer and 8 to 17 Degree Celsius during Winter.
Clothes
Light woolen during summer and heavy woolen during winter.
Best Time to Visit
April to June and September to October.
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Madurai ,120 km,
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Stations, Palani, 64 km and Kodaikanl Road Railway Station, 80 km
By Road
Regular Bus Services are available from Madurai, Palani, Kodaikanal Road Railway Station, etc.
Local Movements
Taxis and Vans However no auto- rickshaws are available
British Creation
It has been built by Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the Collector of Madurai during the British Rule in 1863. By artificially creating it he transformed a marshy stretch of land into a spectacular lake by strengthening its banks and bringing beautiful boats from Tuticorin.
Star-shaped
Star-shaped, centrally located and surrounded by lush green hills of Palani Hills Range, it spreads out its Green Carpet of Greenery and Scenery to welcome you. An Earthen Dam has been constructed to create Lake in a marshy area. Outflow from the Lake forms a Waterfall called Silver Cascade.
Location
Located at a distance of 3 km from Main Bus Stand at an altitude of 2285 meters it covers an area of about 60 acres. You can trek or drive along the Lake bordered by a well maintained road.
Leisure Activities
You can enjoy horse rides in the shores of Lake or you can cycle around it. Children can enjoy pony rides, can play around greeneries, etc. If you opt out to sit on the edges of Lake its cool, woolly breezes would caress you.
Annual Boat Pageant is held every May at the Boat Club.
The Pathway running into 5 km along the periphery of Lake is a good jaunt to laze around.
Several hotels surround the Lake. You can watch its beautiful scenery while sipping a cup of coffee in the balcony of your hotel. It would be an excellent option for you to stand by the Lake and to watch the most enchanting Sun-set.
Temperature
11 to 20 Degree Celsius during Summer and 8 to 17 Degree Celsius during Winter.
Clothes
Light woolen during summer and heavy woolen during winter.
Best Time to Visit
April to June and September to October.
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport Madurai ,120 km,
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Stations, Palani, 64 km and Kodaikanl Road Railway Station, 80 km
By Road
Regular Bus Services are available from Madurai, Palani, Kodaikanal Road Railway Station, etc.
Local Movements
Taxis and Vans However no auto- rickshaws are available
Historical Monument of Sultan Battery Near Mangalore
Blessed with Historical Monuments, Forts, Churches, Temples, Plantations of Coffee, Pepper, etc, Mangalore is a Paradise of Tourists.
Tippu has been one of the Most Powerful and Dreaded Sultans of India who ruled from Sri Rangapattana, near Mangalore. To make his Sultanate free from enemy attacks he built Sultan Battery which is not only a Monument of Historical Importance but it is also an Architectural Wonder.
Sultan Battery
It has been constructed on black stones of churches destroyed by Sultan during his persecutions of Christians in Mangalore for as lengthy a period as that of fifteen years. Located at Boloor, on east bank of Gurpur River, 4 km from Mangalore Bus Stand, Karnataka State, India, it is a Watch Tower built by Tippu Sultan in 1784 known as Sultan’s Battery Watch Tower to watch the movements of Enemy Warships into Gurpur River. Though it is constructed as a Watch Tower it looks like a fortress with elaborate arrangements for firing of cannons. Firing of cannons is called ‘battery’ and hence it is called Sultan’s Battery. Over a period of time people started calling it Sultan Battery instead of Sultan’s Battery for the sake of convenience and since then its original name of ‘Sultan’s Battery’ has lost its relevance.
There is an Underground Chamber at the Battery to store Gun Powder and there is a belief that it has a secret route to Sri Rangapattana, the Capital City of Tipu Sultan.
As there has been no maintenance mechanism in place much of the Tower has got ruined and in that sorry state of affairs only a portion of it is existing now which is called ‘Tippu’s Well’. But still it would be a good proposition to pay a visit to it given its historical and architectural importance. And if you would climb up the stairs of the Tower you would be welcomed by the Spectacular Views of the Arabian Sea and also by the cool windy breeze of the same Sea.
The Best Time To Visit
September to February
How To Reach
By Air
Mangalore has an airport of its own at Bajpe, 18 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station Mangalore.
By Road
Mangalore is well connected by road to different parts of India
Kasargod of Kerala State is just 60 km away
Tippu has been one of the Most Powerful and Dreaded Sultans of India who ruled from Sri Rangapattana, near Mangalore. To make his Sultanate free from enemy attacks he built Sultan Battery which is not only a Monument of Historical Importance but it is also an Architectural Wonder.
Sultan Battery
It has been constructed on black stones of churches destroyed by Sultan during his persecutions of Christians in Mangalore for as lengthy a period as that of fifteen years. Located at Boloor, on east bank of Gurpur River, 4 km from Mangalore Bus Stand, Karnataka State, India, it is a Watch Tower built by Tippu Sultan in 1784 known as Sultan’s Battery Watch Tower to watch the movements of Enemy Warships into Gurpur River. Though it is constructed as a Watch Tower it looks like a fortress with elaborate arrangements for firing of cannons. Firing of cannons is called ‘battery’ and hence it is called Sultan’s Battery. Over a period of time people started calling it Sultan Battery instead of Sultan’s Battery for the sake of convenience and since then its original name of ‘Sultan’s Battery’ has lost its relevance.
There is an Underground Chamber at the Battery to store Gun Powder and there is a belief that it has a secret route to Sri Rangapattana, the Capital City of Tipu Sultan.
As there has been no maintenance mechanism in place much of the Tower has got ruined and in that sorry state of affairs only a portion of it is existing now which is called ‘Tippu’s Well’. But still it would be a good proposition to pay a visit to it given its historical and architectural importance. And if you would climb up the stairs of the Tower you would be welcomed by the Spectacular Views of the Arabian Sea and also by the cool windy breeze of the same Sea.
The Best Time To Visit
September to February
How To Reach
By Air
Mangalore has an airport of its own at Bajpe, 18 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station Mangalore.
By Road
Mangalore is well connected by road to different parts of India
Kasargod of Kerala State is just 60 km away
Hallmarks of Eravikulam National Park
Eravikulam National Park has been set up with a view to protect the Endangered Specie of Wild Goat called ‘Nilgiri Tahr’ as it has been found only in this area south of Himalayas in India. Rich in forests, grasses, etc, this is located in the High Ranges of the West Coast of India in the Munnar Forest Division of Idukki District of the State of Kerala. It is in the Border Area of the States of Kerala and Tamil Nadu and in Tamil Nadu it extends as Annamalai National Park.
It covers an area of 97 sq. km near Hill Station of Munnar, 17 km from the Park.
Fauna
As the purpose of estasblishing the Park has been to protect the threatened species of Nilgiri Tahr you would find them in good numbers around 600. Other fauna you can find would be elephants, tigers, leopards, gaur, lion-tailed macaques, giant squirrels, etc. Also you could find about five species of amphibians, four of snakes, three of lizards, etc.
Flora
Flora of the region is primarily tropical ever-green forests. And as such you would find the area dotted with grass-lands, shrubs, forests, etc, The area is full of grass-lands or ‘Sholas’ which are grass-lands with covers of forests in between.
Three Plant Communities
Three Major Types of Plant Communities that you can find in the Park are grass-lands, shrub-lands and forests. Terrain above 2000 meter is covered by grasslands. Shrub-lands dominate the base regions of Cliffs. You could find forests mainly in deep valleys and also in small patches in hollows and gullies of the region.
Anamudi or Elephant Peak
Anamudi, the Highest Peak of South India is located inside the Park having a height of 2695 meters.
This is a wonderful place for trekking and sight-seeing. The Park has been divided into Three Areas for administrative and development activities namely the Core Area, the Buffer Area and finally the Tourist Area. You would be given entry into only the Tourism Zone which is located at an area called Rajamalai Tourism Zone.
At Rajamalai you can see Tahr at close quarters.
Private vehicles are not allowed inside the Park. You would be taken to your areas of interests by the Park or Forest Department Authorities in their vehicles.
The Best Time to Visit
November to April
How To Reach
By Air.
The Nearest Airport Cochin, 143 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station Ernakulam, 143 km
By Road
Motorable Road is available upto Rajamalai, the Headquarter of the Park ,which is located at a disstance of approximately 17 km from Munnar Town. And Munnar is connected to Major Towns of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, etc, by regular bus services.
However from Rajamalai you would have to walk up and down on foot for around 18 km.
It covers an area of 97 sq. km near Hill Station of Munnar, 17 km from the Park.
Fauna
As the purpose of estasblishing the Park has been to protect the threatened species of Nilgiri Tahr you would find them in good numbers around 600. Other fauna you can find would be elephants, tigers, leopards, gaur, lion-tailed macaques, giant squirrels, etc. Also you could find about five species of amphibians, four of snakes, three of lizards, etc.
Flora
Flora of the region is primarily tropical ever-green forests. And as such you would find the area dotted with grass-lands, shrubs, forests, etc, The area is full of grass-lands or ‘Sholas’ which are grass-lands with covers of forests in between.
Three Plant Communities
Three Major Types of Plant Communities that you can find in the Park are grass-lands, shrub-lands and forests. Terrain above 2000 meter is covered by grasslands. Shrub-lands dominate the base regions of Cliffs. You could find forests mainly in deep valleys and also in small patches in hollows and gullies of the region.
Anamudi or Elephant Peak
Anamudi, the Highest Peak of South India is located inside the Park having a height of 2695 meters.
This is a wonderful place for trekking and sight-seeing. The Park has been divided into Three Areas for administrative and development activities namely the Core Area, the Buffer Area and finally the Tourist Area. You would be given entry into only the Tourism Zone which is located at an area called Rajamalai Tourism Zone.
At Rajamalai you can see Tahr at close quarters.
Private vehicles are not allowed inside the Park. You would be taken to your areas of interests by the Park or Forest Department Authorities in their vehicles.
The Best Time to Visit
November to April
How To Reach
By Air.
The Nearest Airport Cochin, 143 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station Ernakulam, 143 km
By Road
Motorable Road is available upto Rajamalai, the Headquarter of the Park ,which is located at a disstance of approximately 17 km from Munnar Town. And Munnar is connected to Major Towns of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, etc, by regular bus services.
However from Rajamalai you would have to walk up and down on foot for around 18 km.
Gandhi Memorial of Kanyakumari
Mahatma Gandhi is a highly revered Political Leader and Statesman of India and also of the world, who spearheaded the Movement for Independence of India. It was due to his painstaking efforts that India attained freedom from her colonial masters, namely, Great Britian. It is an irony of fate immediately after India became Independent Indians assassinated him as if he was required to live only till Independence and afterwards they had no need for him. The relevant dates are India became free on 15 August 1947 and Gandhi has been shot dead on 30h January 1948.
Immediately after the burial ashes of the burnt body of Gandhi were divided into various divisions and sent to various places of India to be scattered over the waters of river, seas, etc. Accordingly on 12th February 1948 burnt ashes of Mahatma Gandhi were brought to Kanyakumari and kept in a pot in shore of Kanyakumari so as to enable people to pay their last respects to their departed leader before immersion in sea. After people of Kanyakumari and others paid their last respects to the departed leader part of the ashes were immersed in sea. In commemoration of this eventful event a wonderful monument, Gandhi Memorial or Gandhi Mandapam has been constructed at the same venue where his ashes had been kept for public view.
It is a Pink Architectural Building constructed very close to Kanyakumari Temple. This structure has a height of 79 feet representing the age of Gandhi at the time of his death. This has been constructed by Government of India and its administrative control has been transferred to State Government of Tamil Nadu in the 1970’s.
It was constructed on the lines of Bhubaneshwar style of architecture. A big hall has been constructed at the place where ceremonial rites were performed before immersion and particular spot where ashes were first kept is indicated by Statue of Mahatma. There has been a hole made at roof of hall in such a way that on 2nd October ,the Birthday of Gandhi, sun shines exactly on forehead of Statue to signify Emergence of Light of Independence by selfless efforts of Bapu Gandhi.
It is open to visitors and in its inside Museum you will see photos of leader. You are allowed to pay homage to your idol on all days of the year and it is a stroll away from Kanyakumari Temple.
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport, Trivandrum, 80 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station is Kanyakumari. Tirunelveli is another Nearest Railway Junction, 80 km, which can be reached by road via Nagercoil, 19 km.
By Road
It is well connected to Major Towns of South India by Road.
Local Movement
Tourist Vehicles
Immediately after the burial ashes of the burnt body of Gandhi were divided into various divisions and sent to various places of India to be scattered over the waters of river, seas, etc. Accordingly on 12th February 1948 burnt ashes of Mahatma Gandhi were brought to Kanyakumari and kept in a pot in shore of Kanyakumari so as to enable people to pay their last respects to their departed leader before immersion in sea. After people of Kanyakumari and others paid their last respects to the departed leader part of the ashes were immersed in sea. In commemoration of this eventful event a wonderful monument, Gandhi Memorial or Gandhi Mandapam has been constructed at the same venue where his ashes had been kept for public view.
It is a Pink Architectural Building constructed very close to Kanyakumari Temple. This structure has a height of 79 feet representing the age of Gandhi at the time of his death. This has been constructed by Government of India and its administrative control has been transferred to State Government of Tamil Nadu in the 1970’s.
It was constructed on the lines of Bhubaneshwar style of architecture. A big hall has been constructed at the place where ceremonial rites were performed before immersion and particular spot where ashes were first kept is indicated by Statue of Mahatma. There has been a hole made at roof of hall in such a way that on 2nd October ,the Birthday of Gandhi, sun shines exactly on forehead of Statue to signify Emergence of Light of Independence by selfless efforts of Bapu Gandhi.
It is open to visitors and in its inside Museum you will see photos of leader. You are allowed to pay homage to your idol on all days of the year and it is a stroll away from Kanyakumari Temple.
How To Reach
By Air
The Nearest Airport, Trivandrum, 80 km
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station is Kanyakumari. Tirunelveli is another Nearest Railway Junction, 80 km, which can be reached by road via Nagercoil, 19 km.
By Road
It is well connected to Major Towns of South India by Road.
Local Movement
Tourist Vehicles
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