History of Tamilnadu :
History of Tamilnadu is the land of the Tamil's and it has a history that dates back to several thousand years. It is a land where traditions and culture blend and continue to live in harmony. The state abounds in monuments and temples that are ancient and each has its own story of religious, artistic and cultural accomplishment and specialty waiting to be heard.
Are there answers to be found on its beaches and hill stations as they welcome the traveler? We are sure you will form your own opinions and have your own perceptions as we welcome you to this enchanting and ancient Dravidian land, in the extreme south of peninsular India.
Tamilnadu has a long coastline that stretches nearly 1000 kms. The Coromandel Coast, along the Bay of Bengal, boasts of many ideal locations for sun and surf. Golden sands of the beach are dotted with coconut palms. The sea washes ashore pebbles, shells and the gentle breeze sways the yachts and catamarans into the deeper waters of the sea and the waters form small dunes on the shore.
Crabs play hide-and-seek by coming out of one burrow, and taking refuge in another. Sea gulls hover in the sky and then rest on the sails of the fishing boats. There are many more breathtaking sights that will please you and hold you spell bound in Tamil Nadu.
What to See in Tamilnadu :
Tamil Nadu, best known for its cultural heritage and divine historic temples, is a unique and captivating in its own right. The rich artistic and architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu makes it an ideal destination for those who love history. Given below are some of the most popular historic places that one must not miss out when in Tamil Nadu.
Tamilnadu Wonders touch various themes like Wildlife Tourism, Tamilnadu Pilgrimage Tourism, Tamil Nadu Hill Stations, Honeymoon Destinations, Beaches in Tamilnadu and many more.
Vivekanandha Rock Memorial Hall :
Vivekananda Memorial Rock is a place in Kanyakumari, India about 500 meters away from mainland (at the southernmost tip) of India which attracts large number of tourists. This memorial stands on one of two rocks separated by about 70 meters. It was built in 1970. It is a sacred monument, built by the Vivekananda Rock Memorial Committee in hon our of the visit of the great social reformer Swami Vivekananda to Shripada Parai during the month of December 1892 for deep meditation and enlightenment.
He swam to this rock from the main land for meditation. In fact the enlightment which he attained on the rock lit up his path and transformed the simple monk into a great reformer, and one of the greatest philosophers that the world has known. From very ancient times, the rock has been regarded as sacred place. The mythical tradition states that, it has been known as "Sripada Parai" meaning the rock, that has been blessed by the touch of "the sacred feet" of the Devi Kumari.
On the rock, is a projection similar in form to a human foot and a little brownish in complexion, which has traditionally, been venerated as a symbol of Shripadam. According to legend, it was on this rock that Devi kumari did Austerity.
History of Tamilnadu is the land of the Tamil's and it has a history that dates back to several thousand years. It is a land where traditions and culture blend and continue to live in harmony. The state abounds in monuments and temples that are ancient and each has its own story of religious, artistic and cultural accomplishment and specialty waiting to be heard.
Are there answers to be found on its beaches and hill stations as they welcome the traveler? We are sure you will form your own opinions and have your own perceptions as we welcome you to this enchanting and ancient Dravidian land, in the extreme south of peninsular India.
Tamilnadu has a long coastline that stretches nearly 1000 kms. The Coromandel Coast, along the Bay of Bengal, boasts of many ideal locations for sun and surf. Golden sands of the beach are dotted with coconut palms. The sea washes ashore pebbles, shells and the gentle breeze sways the yachts and catamarans into the deeper waters of the sea and the waters form small dunes on the shore.
Crabs play hide-and-seek by coming out of one burrow, and taking refuge in another. Sea gulls hover in the sky and then rest on the sails of the fishing boats. There are many more breathtaking sights that will please you and hold you spell bound in Tamil Nadu.
What to See in Tamilnadu :
Tamil Nadu, best known for its cultural heritage and divine historic temples, is a unique and captivating in its own right. The rich artistic and architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu makes it an ideal destination for those who love history. Given below are some of the most popular historic places that one must not miss out when in Tamil Nadu.
Tamilnadu Wonders touch various themes like Wildlife Tourism, Tamilnadu Pilgrimage Tourism, Tamil Nadu Hill Stations, Honeymoon Destinations, Beaches in Tamilnadu and many more.
Vivekanandha Rock Memorial Hall :
An impressive memorial to Swami Vivekananda has been built on a rock situated some 400m offshore. In fact, there are two rocks side by side projecting out of the sea. The rock is approachable only by boat which provides a pleasure cruise into the sea.
Swami Vivekananda came down to Kanyakumari on 24.12.1892 before his departure for Chicago to participate in the World Religious Conference in 1893. He sat on meditation on this rock for two days and became powerful spiritual leader and philosopher. The Memorial inaugurated in 1970 and is a blend of various architectural styles of India. It is an architectural masterpiece. The Memorial was constructed in 2081 working days with an average of 650 men working. The Memorial consists of two main structures.
The entire Memorial Mandapam is similar to that of Sri Ramakrishna Temple at Belur, and the entrance is designed on the Ajanta and Ellora cave temples’ style. Below the dome in the main hall there is a life-size bronze statue of Swamiji in his standing ‘Parivarjak’ posture. Adjoining the main hall is the Dhyana Mandapam, where devotees can sit and meditate in a serene atmosphere.
This 180’-11 ½ ‘ X 56’ Mandapam consists of (1) Dhyana Mandapam, i.e., Meditation Hall with six adjacent rooms (2) Sabha Mandapam or the Assembly Hall including Pralima Mandapam (statue section) two rooms, a corridor and an open Prakaram round the Sabha Mandapam (3) Mukha Mandapam (Portion) and (4) the Front Entrance steps with two rooms and a corridor below the steps.
He swam to this rock from the main land for meditation. In fact the enlightment which he attained on the rock lit up his path and transformed the simple monk into a great reformer, and one of the greatest philosophers that the world has known. From very ancient times, the rock has been regarded as sacred place. The mythical tradition states that, it has been known as "Sripada Parai" meaning the rock, that has been blessed by the touch of "the sacred feet" of the Devi Kumari.
On the rock, is a projection similar in form to a human foot and a little brownish in complexion, which has traditionally, been venerated as a symbol of Shripadam. According to legend, it was on this rock that Devi kumari did Austerity.
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