Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Memorial on a rocky island in Kanyakumari, India
Vivekananda Rock Memorial is a monument on a rocky island off Kanyakumari at the southern tip of India. The two main buildings are made of gray granite and connected by pathways, surrounded by the waves of three seas.
Construction started in 1962 under the direction of Eknath Ranade and lasted until 1970. More than 650 workers carried stones and materials to the island to build the two main structures.
The name honors Swami Vivekananda, who meditated here for three days in 1892 before traveling to America. Visitors today see the rock where he sat and can find quiet reflection in the meditation hall.
Boats run regularly from the shore to the island during the day, and the crossing takes about ten minutes. Wind and waves can be strong, so sturdy footwear and a light jacket are useful.
The site sits at the point where three major bodies of water meet: the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean, and the Arabian Sea. On clear days, visitors see the different colors and currents of the three water masses around the island.
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