Day 1-Ep1-Kanyakumari to Tirunelveli

(Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice fun or adventure). With the right planning and a few smart strategies, you can explore new destinations without breaking the bank. Welcome to THE FREE RIDE….🇮🇳 (The Indian Edition)

The Beginnings

On 17 the November at 5:00 Am i started my journey from kottarakara Ganapathi temple, the lord of Beginnings ,Wisdom and Obstacle remover. Since it’s my hometown i should start with him.

From kottarakara we are moving towards Kanyakumari the Beginning of India from the South side. Its almost 4 hour drive, 162 km from my place.

So we are starting the free ride the all India trip of food Delivery expedition from the home. We charge the car 100% freely in solar so technically this is a free ride and I want to take this trip all the way up without any expense from my Pocket. I wish to work deliver food and earn some Money then charge the car and move forward to the next destination with the charge and find the next job and continuously. I wish to take this journey all the way up To the highest city in India, Ladakh.

Story of kottarakara Ganapathi

The Kottarakkara Sree Mahaganapathy Temple, originally dedicated to Lord Shiva, owes its current fame to a spontaneous creation by the legendary master carpenter, Perumthachan. Legend states that while working nearby, Perumthachan was divinely inspired to carve a magnificent idol of Lord Ganesha from a piece of a jackfruit tree root. After being denied permission to install the idol at a different Shiva shrine, he brought it to the Kizhakkekara Shiva Temple, where he consecrated Ganesha in the southeast corner. Upon installation, the priest offered the sweet rice snack he was preparing—Unniyappam—which instantly became Ganesha's favorite offering. Perumthachan then prophesied that the son would overshadow the father, a prediction that holds true today, making the temple a vital pilgrimage center celebrated globally for its beloved Mahaganapathy and the sweet smell of its famous Unniyappam.

Entering the Zomato delivery zone (kanyakumari)

We reached by 12: 00 in kanyakumari, almost time for lunch for me and my boy Nikky🐶.

Some cities the restaurant may be live by 12.00 pm, but in kanyakumari(The cape of good hope of India) some of them starts by 8:00, so my work schedule changes and moves little bit forward.

Tourist Places to Visit in Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of peninsular India, is a place of cultural confluence and breathtaking natural beauty, famous for its unique sunrises and sunsets over theTop three merging seas.

1. Iconic Offshore Memorials (The Must-See Sights)

Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Built in honor of Swami Vivekananda, who is said to have attained enlightenment on this rock in 1892. It features the Shripada Mandapam (believed to have the footprint of Goddess Kanya Kumari) and the Vivekananda Mandapam (a meditation hall).

Thiruvalluvar Statue

A massive 133-foot tall stone statue of the revered Tamil poet and philosopher, Thiruvalluvar, the author of the Thirukkural. The height (133 ft) represents the 133 chapters of his work. It stands on a 38-foot pedestal representing the 38 chapters of virtue (Aram).

2. Natural Confluences & Views

Triveni Sangam

This is the sacred confluence point where the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea, and the Indian Ocean meet. It's considered holy, and taking a dip here is customary for pilgrims.

Sunrise & Sunset Point

Kanyakumari is one of the few places in India where you can watch both the sunrise and the sunset over the sea horizon. The sunrise, often seen behind the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, is particularly spectacular.

Kanyakumari Beach / Cape Comorin Beach

Known for its distinctive shoreline, often marked by massive rock formations. Note: Due to rough currents, direct bathing is often restricted, but it offers magnificent views of the ocean.

3. Historical & Architectural Gems

Padmanabhapuram Palace

While technically in the Kanyakumari district, it's about an hour's drive from Kanyakumari town. It is the former capital of the Travancore kingdom and is Asia's largest wooden palace, showcasing stunning traditional Kerala architecture.

Vattakottai Fort

A historic, 18th-century circular granite fort near the coast. It offers panoramic views of the Bay of Bengal on one side and the Western Ghats on the other. It's a great spot for photography.

Mathoor Aqueduct (Mathoor Hanging Trough)

An impressive 115-foot high, 1-kilometer-long concrete trough that carries irrigation water over the Pahrali River. It's an engineering marvel and offers stunning views.

4. Religious & Spiritual Sites

Kumari Amman Temple / Bhagavathy Amman Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Kanya Kumari, the Virgin Goddess, after whom the town is named. It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The deity's diamond nose ring is famous for its dazzling sparkle, which is why the eastern gate often remains closed to prevent mishaps at sea.

Thanumalayan Temple (Suchindram)

Located slightly outside Kanyakumari town, this temple is dedicated to the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva) in a single idol, known as Sthanumalayan. It is famous for its musical pillars and a massive 22-foot-tall Hanuman statue carved from a single granite block.

Our Lady of Ransom Church

A beautiful historic Catholic church near the seashore, known for its stunning Gothic architecture and tall white spires.

Gandhi Memorial Mandapam

This memorial is built on the spot where the urn containing Mahatma Gandhi's ashes was kept before immersion in the sea. The architecture is unique, designed so that on his birthday (October 2nd), the sun's rays fall directly on the spot where the ashes were placed.