Vivekanandapuram is the headquarters of Vivekananda Kendra, located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. Spanning over 100 acres, it is a serene campus dedicated to the ideals of Swami Vivekananda. It offers a peaceful retreat for spiritual seekers and tourists, featuring accommodations, meditation halls, exhibitions, and scenic spots like the sunrise and sunset viewpoints. The campus also houses the Vivekananda Rock Memorial office and serves as a center for various cultural and educational activities inspired by Swami Vivekananda's teachings.
How to Reach Vivekanandapuram
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By Train: Just 1 km from Kanyakumari Railway Station. Taxis and autos are easily available.
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By Air: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is the nearest, just 90 km away.
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By Bus: Vivekanandapuram is a request stop for all buses entering Kanyakumari.
What to see in Vivekanandapuram
Shree Ekakshara Maha-Ganapati Temple : Aarati Timing 7:00am and 6:00pm (in normal days)
Ramayana Darshanam & BharatMata Sadanam : 9:00am To 12:00pm and 4:00pm To 8:00pm
Vivekananda Pictorial Exhibition : 9:00am To 1:00pm and 4:00pm To 8:00pm (Tuesday afternoon closed)
Gangotri : Life of Eknathji, Spirit behind Vivekananda Rock Memorial & Vivekananda Kendra : 9:00am To 1:00pm and 4:00pm To 8:00pm (Tuesday afternoon closed)
Bharat Gyanodaya Darshan Park for Right Living : 9:00am To 12:00pm and 3:00 To 5:00pm (Tuesday closed)
Nalanda Liabrary and Reading Room : with permission only.
Eknathji Samadhi : 5:00am To 8:00pm
Vivekananda Mandapam : 5:00am To 8:00pm
Sunrise Beach (View only) : 5:00am To 8:00pm
Beach Gate remains open in : Morning 6:00am to 7:00am & Evening 5:00pm to 6:00pm.
Free Bus Service Schedule
Vivekanandapuram to Kanyakumari
- 08:00 A.M.
- 09:00 A.M. (via railway station)
- 10:00 A.M.
- 12:00 P.M.
- 03:30 P.M.
- 05:00 P.M. (via railway station)
- 06:00 P.M.
- 07:00 P.M.
- 08:00 P.M.
Kanyakumari to Vivekanandapuram
- 08:15 A.M.
- 09:15 A.M.
- 10:15 A.M.
- 12:15 P.M.
- 03:45 P.M.
- 05:15 P.M.
- 06:15 P.M.
- 07:15 P.M.
- 08:15 P.M.