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Kanyakumari
The southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean converge, famous for multicolored sunrises and sunsets.
43 km · about 50 min drive
Tamil Nadu, India · Asia
Marthandam sits on the route: 10 minutes from Attūr, 43km from Kanyakumari.
Marthandam is a town located in Tamil Nadu, India. With a population of 20,938, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Marthandam sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Marthandam to your route.
Marthandam is a major trade centre in Kuzhithurai municipality across State Highway in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India. Marthandam comes under the kuzhithurai Municipality, also known as Thoduvetty (another name for the Marthandam market region), it was a portion of Kanyakumari district which was addedRead more
to the state of Tamil Nadu on 1 November 1956.
Marthandam is the second-largest town in the district. It derived its name from the founder and ruler of Travancore, Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma. Marthandam is famous for honey, cashew nut processing, rubber and hand-embroidered motifs. The area is among the most fertile lands of Tamil Nadu, with substantial vegetation and a river adjoining. It is also a major trade centre due to its location bordering Kerala.
Marthandam Honey, a distinctive and natural product from the Kanyakumari District in Tamil Nadu, received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2023. Registered under GI Application No. 800, it holds the distinction of being the GI product of India. Known for its purity, unique flavor, and medicinal properties, Marthandam Honey reflects the rich biodiversity and traditional beekeeping practices of the region.
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Marthandam is located in Tamil Nadu, India, Asia. The coordinates are 8.3081 latitude, 77.2214 longitude.
Marthandam has a population of approximately 20,938 people, making it a town in India.
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The southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean converge, famous for multicolored sunrises and sunsets.
43 km · about 50 min drive
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