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Luxurious to affordable - accommodation at Kanyakumari

Vivekanandapuram offers clean living - luxurious to affordable - accommodation for over 1000 persons at a time at reasonable charges.

A.C. Cottages with double bedded rooms Rs. 2000 + 12.5% tax

Additional Person : Rs.200

• Vegetarian canteen

• Free Bus service

• Bank, Dispensary

• Close to Sunrise beach

• Book shop

• Handicraft shop

Rooms with attached bath

AC 3 bedded room Rs. 800 +10% tax

AC 2 bedded room Rs. 700 +10% tax

additional person Rs. 100

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Deluxe 4 bedded room Rs. 400 +5% tax

Deluxe 3 bedded room Rs. 350 +5% tax

Four bedded room Rs. 300 +5% tax

Double bedded room Rs. 250

additional person Rs. 15

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single person occupancy Rs. 250

Four bedded room in annex Rs. 200

additional person Rs. 10

Rooms with common bath

Three bedded room Rs. 45

New hall (with carpet, pillow) Rs. 500 +10% tax

Big hall (without beds) Rs. 250 +5% tax

Small hall (without beds) Rs. 150

Hall with 8 beds Rs. 120

Hall with 6 beds Rs. 100

additional person Rs. 5

Locker with single bed Rs. 15

Advance Reservation :

Please inform us 30 days in advance with a day's rent as deposit by Money Order/Demand Draft for assured booking. For cancellation, give us 48 hours prior notice to avoid forfeiture of your deposit. Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of "Vivekananda Kendra" payable at State Bank of India, Vivekanandapuram (Branch code no. 3780). Cheques are not accepted.

Extension of Stay :

A maximum of 3 days is permitted at a time. In case you wish to extend your stay, please contact the Campus-in-charge. He may help you subject to availability of rooms. A day is reckoned as of 24 hours from time of check-in, and in case of advance reservation it is from 12:00 hrs.

Own A Room Scheme (free stay for 30days in a year for next 20years)

Double Bed Room 2.5 Lakhs

Three Bed Room 3.5 Lakhs

A.C. Bed Room 4.0 Lakhs

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CONTACT

Campus-in-charge

Vivekananda Kendra

Vivekanandapuram

Kanyakumari-629 702

Phone: +91-(0)4652-246250

Fax: +91-(0)4652-247177

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How can you reduce your travel cost?

Budget travel tips


You have plans to go on vacation. There is a cool vacation rental that you have in mind. It may fall a little outside of your budget but that is fine. You feel if you can properly budget other components in your vacation you should be able to make the entire vacation more affordable. Is this going to be as easy as it sounds? Well, it might not always be easy but it can be done provided you follow a number of simple deliberative steps. Any vacation can be brought in under budget or at least as close to such a goal as possible.

Here are a few steps:

1. Cut back on food costs - you could set a certain number of meals per week that will be made at your rental property and a certain number of meals that will be purchased at less expensive restaurants. Some may find this surprising but the amount of money you can save by planning out your meals can prove to be significant.


2. Renting a vehicle - a vehicle when you could get a decent rental for a much lower fee

Or  Select local transportation like bus or train.


3. Select a budget hotel /home stay before journey through internet.


4. Pre planed your destinations and traveling routs.


5. Plan your budget for stays, food and traveling expenses before your journey


6. Drink more water than food.


7. Keep a guide / book about the places, which you would like to travel in your journey


8. Select all-inclusive packages from a travel /tour operator- take the burden of planning off you. You know exactly what your vacation will cost when you buy it- although you do need to check the small print, because some holidays include more than others. The Curtain Bluff resort in Fiji is truly all inclusive. The price covers all food and drink, activities


Nothing provides the proper insight in how to budget a vacation that looking back on your previous vacations and noting what went wrong and what didn’t. This will better allow you to plan the process to great success. And that is what you want in the end is it not?


Of course, there are many other ways to make sure you can bring in your rental property vacation under budget. The tips presented herein can work a long way in this regard.

Hill Stations in Kerala

Lying on the windward side of the Western Ghats, Kerala has a long chain of lush, mist–clad hill stations that are homes to exotic wildlife. Kerala are also the source of some of the most famous Indian spices like cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and pepper. Besides the beaches and backwaters of this beautiful lagoon state, the mist-covered, dark and silent hill stations of Kerala are also major tourist attractions.

1. Munnar

A visit to Kerala is incomplete without a stopover at Munnar hills, one of the most picturesque and beautiful hill stations in South India and Kerala’s premier tea growing district. Located at an altitude of 1,600 meters above sea level, amid the dense Kannan Devan hills, Munnar is home to some of the highest tea gardens in the world. Munnar literally means "three rivers" and rests at the confluence of three mountain streams: the Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Huge acres of lush tea plantations, cozy, cheerful townships and a pleasant climate all year round characterize the hill station of Munnar, once the summer home of British officials in the pre-Independence era. The highest peak in South India, the Anaimudi is located in Munnar, rising to a height of 2,695 meters above sea level. A major attraction of Munnar is the "Neelakurinji", a bluish-purple flower that blooms only once in 12 years. The vast majority of lakes, dams, wildlife sanctuaries and spice and tea plantations make Munnar an unforgettable holiday experience altogether.Must see: Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dairy Farm, Pallivasal, Chithirapuram, Attukal, Nyayamakad. Kundale Tea Plantation, Kuthumkal Waterfalls,

2. Ponmudi

 Located at a distance of 61 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram, Ponmudi is a hiker's and trekker’s dream hill station. It is situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level and offers amazing facilities for trekking and hiking. 'Ponmudi' in Malayalam means the "Golden Peak" and this is one hill station that has not yet featured on the tourist map of Kerala. This fact only makes Ponmudi an ideal holiday destination for those seeking a quiet escape into the mountains, far away from the hustle-bustle of mundane city life. Ponmudi abounds in natural mineral springs and there are a lot of places to visit here, like peaceful tea estates, small settlements nestled comfortably in beautiful valleys, and of course, miles and miles of mist-kissed mountainous terrain. If you happen to visit Ponmudi during the months of August and September, you can witness the Aaranmula Boat Race, organized every year during these months. This race is of religious significance for the residents of Ponmudi, and forms part of the Aaranmula Temple Festival.

3. Idukki

Idukki is derived from a Malayalam word "Idukku" meaning "narrow gorge". Idukki is a hill station full of mammoth mountain ranges and deep valleys, with beautiful streams adorning it during the rainy season. This hill station is crisscrossed by three rivers: the Periyar, the Thalayar and the Thodupuzhayar, and their tributaries. Idukki is also the source of the river Pamba, which flows right through the lofty mountain ranges. A noteworthy fact is that the district of Idukki supplies about 66% of Kerala’s power consumption, thanks to the hydroelectric project at the Idukki Dam. This dam is the first arch dam in Asia and the second in the world. There is a huge tribal population residing in the hills of Idukki and even today, they follow certain inexplicable customs and beliefs very different from ours. Idukki is rich in flora and fauna and offers breathtaking views and attractions to tourists. Must see: Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary

4. Devikulam

Close to Munnar is the breathtakingly beautiful hill station of Devikulam, one of Kerala’s most revered destinations. Legend has it that during the days of the Ramayana, Sita and Rama, during their exile, travelled through this hill station and Sita is supposed to have bathed in a lake here. This lake is now called the Sita Devi lake, having taken its name from the fact that Sita once stepped into its waters. The hill station itself borrows its name from this very visit by the Goddess herself; Devikulam means the "Lake of the Goddess". The waters of the Sita Devi lake are supposed to be rich in mineral deposits and locals believe that a dip in this lake is a sure-shot cure for many ailments. Besides enjoying a refreshing bath at the numerous fountain springs at the lake, you can also enjoy fishing, which is one of the main tourist attractions. In short, the idyllic hill station of Devikulam is definitely worth a visit.Must see: Sita Devi Lake

5. Vagamon

Also spelt Wagamon, this charming hill station is located at a distance of 60 kilometers from Kottayam and is surrounded by a chain of three hills: the Thangal hill, the Murugan hill and the Kurisumala hill. The Kurisumala hill is a favourite with trekkers and the main attraction here is a small church that is located on the hilltop. The Kurisumala Ashram, actually a Christian monastery, is another serene spot never missed by tourists. The hill station of Vagamon is famous for its various tourist activities that include trekking, paragliding, mountain climbing, rock climbing and boating in the numerous small lakes found here. The best thing about Vagamon is that you can use it as a base to move on to the nearby hill stations of Thekkady, Kurisumala, Thangalpara, Muruganmala and Kulamavu. Vagamon, surrounded by lush green tea estates, is one of India’s biggest eco-tourism projects.

6. Palakkad

Palakkad or Palghat lies at the foothills of the Western Ghats, at the border of the South Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The Palakkad district is called the "Granary of Kerala" as most of the supply of food-grains comes from this district. The main attraction of this hill station is the Palakkad Fort, situated right in the middle of Palakkad town. Built by Hyder Ali of Mysore and later renovated by the British, this fort now belongs to the Archaeological Survey of India and is said to be one of the best preserved forts in Kerala. Other attractions near Palakkad are the ancient temple town of Thiruvalathoor, the reserve forest of Dhoni and the Malampuzha garden, famous for its man-made gardens, fountains, parks and pools.Must see: Thiruvalathoor, Dhoni, Malampuzha garden

7. Wayanad

Wayanad is derived from the Tamil words "Vayal Nadu" meaning "the village of fields". And Wayanad truly lives up to its name. Lush, green fields lining huge, mountainous ranges located right in the center of the magnificent Western Ghats, Wayanad is one of the most fertile and lovely hill stations of Kerala. Wayanad also has a historic significance and is believed to be the seat of the New Stone Age civilization, traces of which can still be found here. Virgin waterfalls, lakes, caves with ancient origins, and amazing wildlife, Wayanad is every nature lover’s paradise. This hill station is also famous for its ayurvedic resorts that offer some of the authentic Kerala Ayurvedic therapies. A major attraction of Wayanad is the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and if you are a true animal lover, you should not give this one a miss. Must see: Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Kuruva Island, Pookat Lake, Sentinel Rock Waterfalls

8. Thekkady

Thekkady is famous all over the world for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, once a tiger reserve, and today, home to several endangered wild animals. There is a beautiful artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar river and this lake is the main source of water to animals that inhabit the sanctuary. During summer, huge herds of wild elephants come down from the forests to the lake to drink water, and this is truly a sight to behold. This is the only sanctuary in India where wildlife can be experienced from very close quarters, thanks to the numerous boat rides on the lake, organized by the government.

9. Vythiri

Vythiri is a picturesque hill station located about 100 kilometers from Kozhikode and it is famous for its sprawling plantations of coffee, tea, rubber and spices. The main attraction of Vythiri are the Tree Houses, built on trees almost 90 feet from the ground. These tree houses provide a panoramic view of the valley. Rope bridges, built over streams, lead to the cottages and tree houses, and tourists flock to Vythiri for this unique dwelling experience that is truly, one of its kind.

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Waterfalls that Roar, Gurgle and Splash down the mountain side in Kerala

Kerala is every vacationer’s dream destination. Verdant plains, Rocky Mountains and sandy beaches apart, Kerala is also famous for its picturesque waterfalls, the waters of which are believed to possess medicinal properties. The forests of the Western Ghats are punctuated with large and small water falls that roar, gurgle and splash down the mountain side. Almost these cascades are the venues for picnic and excursions round the year Kerala. While the soft whispers of ocean tides seek to eliminate any kind of fatigue, the thunderous roar of waterfalls in God’s own country is something one must experience at least once in a lifetime.

1. Athirapally and Vazhachal Waterfalls ( 63 Km from Thrissur)

The Athirapally and Vazhachal waterfalls are situated at the entrance of the Sholayar forest range, to the east of the Chalakudy River, and are about 5 kilometers apart from each other. These two waterfalls fall from a great height of about 80 feet and merge with the Chalakudy River. The beauty of these waterfalls is that they rise from a dense forest range that abounds in greenery. The cool, inviting waters are every tourist’s dream come true.

2. Palaruvi Waterfall ( 75Km from Kollam )

Palaruvi means "milk waterfall", and literally so. The enchanting Palaruvi waterfall, located 75 kilometers from Kollam, gushes down from a magnanimous height of 300 feet and is joined by several smaller cascades as it falls down into a huge pool below. This pool is ideal for swimming and is a popular tourist destination. There are ruins of ancient temples on the rocky mountain ranges nearby and the water from the Palaruvi is believed to have rare medicinal properties.

3. Tusharagiri Waterfalls (50 Km from Kozhikode )

The Tusharagiri waterfalls, bordering the tribal village of Tusharagiri. Tusharagiri means "snowy peak" and the waterfalls get their name from the Chalippuzha river that diverges into three waterfalls, thereby creating a snowy spray. Of the three waterfalls that make up the Tusharagiri, Thenpara is the highest, falling from an altitude of 75 meters. The entire place is full of dense foliage and rocky hillocks, and besides the waterfalls, Tusharagiri is also a trekker’s paradise.

4. Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls

These two beautiful waterfalls are located near Kochi and comprise a chain of waterfalls amid dense green jungles. The Cheeyappara waterfall descends symmetrically in seven steps. Needless to say, these two spots are popular with most tourists visiting Kerala.

5. Chethalayam Waterfall (12 Km from Sulthan Bathery)

The Chethalayam waterfall is breathtakingly beautiful waterfall is not easily accessible and one has to trek almost 4 kilometers to catch a glimpse of its crystal clear waters.

6. Soochipara Waterfall

This is a very violent waterfall, which falls from a huge cliff that is ideal for rock climbing. A 3-tiered cascade, one can reach the Soochipara waterfall by walking through the dense Wayanad forest.

7. Thommankuthu Waterfall (74 Km from Cochin)

The Thommankuthu waterfall is surrounded by dark caves and rocky cliffs. This waterfall is a big hit with nature lovers, as it offers a heady mix of cool waters, dark, unexplored caves, and tough, mountainous terrain.

8. Mulamkuzhi Waterfall (15 Km from Malayattur)

The river Mulamkuzhi flows through the nearby mountain ranges and cascades into a huge waterfall with sweet, medicated water. The Venanbravady waterfall near Malayattur is also worth visiting.

9. Attukal Waterfall

Located between Munnar and Pallivasal, Attukal is excellent for trekking. The beautiful Attukal waterfall offers a lovely respite for the weary traveller.

10. Nyayamkad Waterfall (10 Km from Munnar )

The Nyayamkad waterfall is Fresh, cool spring waters cascade down the hillock from an amazing height of about 1,600 meters. This is a famous picnic spot.

11. Power House Waterfall (18 Km from Munnar )

The Power House waterfall is a huge cascade falling from a height of 2,000 meters. Known for its scenic beauty, this waterfall is en route the famous Periyar wildlife sanctuary and is thus a part of every tourist’s itinerary.

12. Kesari Waterfall

Also known as the Valanjamkanam waterfall, the Kesari waterfall lies between Kuttikanam and Murinjapuzha. This waterfall is famous for its calmness and the silence of the mountain range through which it flows.

13. Maramala Waterfall

The Maramala waterfall is near the town of Eerattupetta and one has to trek through a rocky, mountainous cliff to get there. The waterfall cascades from a height of 60 meters and falls down to meet the Teekoy River.

14. Dhoni Waterfall

The Dhoni waterfall is a 3-hour trek uphill from the foot of the Dhoni hills, 15 kilometers from Palakkad. The waterfall is surrounded by a thick reserve forest that adds to the beauty and serenity of the place.

15. Meenvallam Waterfall

This waterfall is located at a distance of 8 kilometers from the Thuppanad junction. The waterfall gushes down from a height of 20 to 25 feet and there are several small 10-tiered waterfalls that join together to fall into a clear pool below. The higher tiers are almost inaccessible.

16. Perumthenaruvi Waterfall

A favourite picnic spot, the Perumthenaruvi waterfall on the banks of river Pamba flows down a rocky path into a 60 to 100 feet deep valley.

17. Aruvi Waterfall

The Aruvi waterfall is located at a distance of 60 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram in the Peppara forest range. This is one of the secluded virgin waterfalls in Kerala and falls from a height of four feet.

18. Kombaikani and Meenmutti Waterfalls

The upper slopes of the Neyyar reservoir house these two very beautiful waterfalls. These waterfalls can be reached by trekking a distance of 2 kilometers through the thick forests around the reservoir.

19. Sentinel Rock Waterfall (22 Km from Kalpetta Wayanad )

The Sentinel Rock waterfall is a 3-tiered waterfall, falling from a height of over 200 meters. The rocky area around the waterfall is ideal for rock climbing. The waterfall cascades down into a large pool, where tourists indulge in sports like white water rafting.

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No one can compare India with other tourist destination.

India is wonderful land with wonderful unexplored beauties. It is a mystic land with rich culture and geographical background and long history. From long back centuries all the travelers inspired to travel to India and those times India was dream destination. India had become a home to many visitors and invaders starting from past. Thereafter, this mysterious land of India was explored by the Persian and Greek, Scythians, White Huns, Seljuks, Tartars, Mongols, Sassanians, Turks, Mughals


India – Satisfy all Tourists
The land of India represents an example of diversified geographical features with its mountain ranges, valleys, desert regions, tropical rain forests, fertile plains, dry plateaus, coastal areas ,beaches backwater etc. that attracted the tourists from all over the world to give a glimpse to this mysterious land of geographical diversities. The land is interlocked by the Himalayan ranges in the north, and three sides by water – the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean – with a long history and diverse culture.


Be sure, India holidays tours never fail to enchant with various picturesque holiday destinations and fascinating options of travel & tourism. One would need to visit much further inland to truly experience and feel it in the true form that the Media seem to portray. India travel is one of the most intriguing and exciting trip one can embark upon.


India – Nucleus of World Heritage Sites

India captivates the tourists’ imaginations from all over the world for its heritage sites of historical importance like Sanchi Stupa, Konark Sun Temple, Khajuraho Temples, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Kaziranga National Park, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Bharatpur bird Sanctuary, Churches of Goa, Fatehpur Sikri, Darjeeling Himalaya, Train Humayun Tomb, Nandadevi National Park, Qutub Minar etc.


India –  Tourist Attractions

Indiat is the only country in the world where tourists can find all spots for all types of tourism with mountain summits, sun kissed beaches, gurgling rivers, river rafting, para-gliding, mountain biking, trekking, mountaineering are sure to make the visit a memorable one. Travel from delhi in North India to bangalore in the South, from jaipur in the west to Guwahati in the East, tourists will never cease to wonder at the unique and fascinating sights.
The climate of India are so excellent and so varied that one can find the cool mountain pastures beside the glaciers, through windy plateau, to warm river valleys and burning deserts. Holidays in India has four major seasons to celebrate – Winter (January-February), Summer (March-May), Monsoon (June-September), and Post-Monsoon (October-December).


Travel to India is definitely a delightful and eventful experience but one that requires is the perfect planning .So, make your trip to India memorable.


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