VIVEKANANDA ROCK MEMORIAL
Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, India
The spectacular architecture of the Vivekananda Rock Memorial makes it a popular monument in Tamil Nadu. Perched on a small island of Kanyakumari, the memorial offers serenity and peace to the visitors. It takes an exciting ferry ride to reach the Island which houses two adjacent rocks comprising of the ‘Vivekananda Mandapam’ and the ‘Shripada Mandapam’. The memorial stands as an undying source of inspiration highlighting the noble deeds of Swami Vivekananda. It is also an epitome of unity as the whole nation wished, contributed and worked for it.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to October
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:00 AM | 04:00 PM | 10 | 5 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kanyakumari Bus Stand |
1.6 KM | 9513508001 |
 Kanyakumari Railway Station |
1.8 KM | 139 |
 Trivandrum International Airport |
90 KM | 0471-2702600 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Food
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Kottaram | 6.4 KM |
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Nearest Attractions
OutdoorBAYWATCH THEME PARK
Highly modernized water theme amusement park in Kanyakumari
BeachKANYAKUMARI BEACH
Confluence of 3 ocean bodies and place of religious intrest
FortVATTAKOTTAI FORT
Built in 18th century during the reign of Travancore kingdom
DamPERUNCHANI DAM
Perunchani Dam is an irrigation dam
WaterfallsTHIRUPARAPPU WATERFALLS
Waterfall is a manmade one and falls from a height of 50 ft
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