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Tamil Nadu · Reviewed visit guide
Kumari Amman Temple, Kanyakumari
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Kumari Amman · Parvati
Kumari Amman Temple, Kanyakumari
01 · Discover
History & tradition
The district administration identifies Kumari Amman as the presiding goddess from whom Kanniyakumari takes its name. The shrine honours the maiden form of Parvati beside the sea. The story of her penance and victory over Banasura is a sacred tradition associated with the temple, rather than a dated historical event.
Good to know
Deity & dedicationKumari Amman · Parvati
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
Before you set outCheck the temple office’s current opening schedule before visiting. District pages publish differing closing times, so this guide does not present an unconfirmed timetable. Allow time to travel between the seafront and your station or accommodation.
From Healers World
Watch this temple’s story
Illustrated story
Kumari Amman: a story of the goddess
An illustrated telling of the maiden-goddess tradition associated with Kanyakumari.
02 · Before you go
Plan your visit
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- Step 1
Check the temple’s current visitor information before setting out.
- Step 2
Follow the local queue, entry and worship instructions.
- Step 3
Allow time for your return journey and keep the surroundings clean.
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
Locate the temple and open travel directions.
Kumari Amman Temple, Kanyakumari
Kanniyakumari, Tamil Nadu
Check the temple office’s current opening schedule before visiting. District pages publish differing closing times, so this guide does not present an unconfirmed timetable. Allow time to travel between the seafront and your station or accommodation.
The pin marks the temple area. Follow local signs for the visitor entrance.
04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
Current opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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Offerings
Ask the temple office which offerings are accepted before buying them. An offering is a personal choice.
Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
Ask temple staff about current dress, belongings and photography requirements. The temple visit and offshore sightseeing have separate access arrangements.
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Information you can trace
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- Kanniyakumari district — Kumari Amman TempleChecked 2026-10-16
- Kanniyakumari district — temples and religious placesChecked 2026-10-16
- Megalithic Portal — contributor-recorded temple GPS locationChecked 2026-10-16