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Nagercoil Travel Guide
Experience the beauty of Nagercoil: A travel guide to India's tropical paradise
Nagercoil is a city located in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. It is known for its cultural significance, stunning natural beauty, and tropical climate. Nagercoil is a popular destination for travelers looking to experience the beauty and culture of southern India.
One of the main attractions of Nagercoil is its cultural significance. The city has a rich history dating back to ancient times and is home to a number of cultural landmarks and institutions, including the Padmanabhapuram Palace, the Thiruvalluvar Temple, and the Nagercoil Museum. Visitors can explore these landmarks and learn about the history and culture of the region.
In addition to its cultural attractions, Nagercoil is also known for its stunning natural beauty. The city is located in the Western Ghats mountain range and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including elephants, tigers, leopards, deer, and over 300 species of birds. Visitors can go on a safari tour and spot these animals in their natural habitat or take a walk through the forests and meadows and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
Nagercoil is also known for its tropical climate, which is characterized by hot, humid weather and abundant rainfall. Visitors can enjoy the warm weather and go swimming or sunbathing at the nearby beaches or visit the nearby Kanyakumari Temple and take in the beautiful views of the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
Overall, Nagercoil is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in cultural significance, stunning natural beauty, and tropical climate. It is a perfect getaway for travelers looking to experience the beauty and culture of southern India.
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Nagaraja Temple
The most prominent Hindu temple of Naga worship, the Nagaraja Temple, is located in Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, at the southernmost point of India. Nagas are snakes that can exist in human form as well. It is believed that they bring prosperity and happiness in one's life. Here Vasuki, the king of serpents, is worshipped. Vasuki is the serpent of Lord Shiva that adorns his neck.
Sanguthurai Beach
While Kanyakumari Beach is often packed with visitors, Sanguthurai Beach is serene and offers plenty of opportunities to swim and relax under the shade of the trees. It also has a children's play area and snack stalls. Located at a distance of about nine kilometers from Nagercoil town, Sanguthurai beach is home to a huge conch shell sculpture that dates back to the Chola period. It also has a tower from where one can see the sea and the surrounding.
St Xavier Church
Built by St. Francis Xavier in the 1600s, St. Xavier's Church is a famous historical structure of great religious importance which is located at Kottar in Nagercoil. This Roman Catholic, Latin Rite shrine is dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God. The church enjoys great fame and respect, owing to the fact that miracles have been witnessed here since ancient times. The spirituality, power and divinity of the Church attracts people of all faiths from all parts of the world.
Shree Thanumalayan Swamy
It is one of the few temples in the country where the trinity, 'Brahma, Vishnu and Ishwar' is worshipped. The temple enshrines 'Sri Sthanumalaya', the trinity of the Lord (Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma). The penis is in three parts. The top represents the "Sthanu" name of Shiva, the middle "Mal" name of Vishnu and the base "Aya" name of Brahma. One of the legends of Suchindram is related to the chastity of Anasuya, the wife of sage Atri.
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