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Kamarajar ManiMandapam at Kanniyakumari

Another monument Kamarajar Manimandapam was raised and dedicated to Late. Sri. Kamarajar, The freedom fighter, Former Chief minister of Tamil Nadu, President of Indian National Congress. He was popularly known as Black Gandhi among the masses and king maker during congress regime.  He is still called by all as “Perunthalaivar”. He played vital roles in the administration of TamilNadu, by introducing education for down trodden and also started the Noon Meal scheme for the students to encourage education. Development activities like Dams and Industries in Tamilnadu took place during his rule. This monument was constructed where his ashes were kept here for public to pay homage before immersion into the sea. Visting Hours -7 AM To 7 PM . Entrance Free

How to Reach:

By Air

Nearest Airport : Thiruvananthapuram Airport. Kamarajar ManiMandapam can be reached by bus or train from Thiruvananthapuram

By Train

Nearest Raiway Station : Kanyakumari junction. Kamarajar ManiMandapam can be reached by an Auto /Taxi which is 1 Km from Railway station

By Road

By road it is 90 Kms from Thiruvananthapuram and 19 Kms from Nagercoil