Kanya Devi temple is dedicated to goddess Parvati as Devi Kanya The Virgin Goddess who did penance to obtain the hand of Lord Shiva. Kanya devi temple in kanyakumari is situated on the beach and there are long queues to enter the temple. The bright diamond nose ring of the Goddess is world famous The nose ring reflects a powerful beam out to sea. Nearby the footprints of Kanya Devi are also visible. It is especially auspicious for pilgrims to wash at the bathing ghat here.