The Temple At SuchindramTradition connects the Kannyakumari temple with that in Suchindram (13-km from Kanyakumari). This is a fine, large fane, with a beautiful tank. 
It is one of the few temples in the country where the Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Isvara, are worshipped.
The Linga, named "Sthanumalaya", is in three parts; the top represents Lord Shiva, the middle Lord Vishnu, and the base Lord Brahma. "Sthanu" is a name of Shiva, "Mal" of Vishnu, and "Ayan" of Brahma.
Sri SthanumalayarA beautiful temple, with typical South Indian architecture, and is a treat to visit. The insides of the temple are very intricately carved out of stone.
Lord HanumanThere is a huge 18 feet idol of Lord Hanuman on your right, as soon as you enter the temple. There are musical pillars, cut out of a single rock.
There are 1035 pillars with carvings and stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata are depicted on either side of the temple.
There is the pujari who doubles up as your guide and takes you around inside the temple and describes the details about the idols, the history, and the construction of the temple.
It is believed that Lord Indra was blessed by Lord Shiva and hence the name Suchi which means "purified" Indram.
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