Kanyakumari, the renowned tourist spot, stands elegant at the southern most tip of India. It is 100 Kms from Thiruvanthapuram and 800 Kms from Chennai the state capital.  Kanyakumari has the picturesque view of both the sunrise and the sunset.  People who visit Kanyakumari enjoy the rare sight of three seas embracing each other.  The spot stands embedded with:
            * 133 ft tall statue of Thiruvalluvar
            * Vivekanantha Rock Memorial
            * Gandhi Memorial
            * Kamaraj Memorial

STELLA MARIS INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (SMIDS)

SMIDS is situated on the western part of Kanyakumari town. It is located on the right side of the road going towards Kovalam village.  People of Kanyakumari fondly call it ‘Stella Maris’ since it means ‘Star of the Ocean’.  Stella Maris is a non-government, development and educational activity based Trust.  It was founded in 1995 and managed by Sisters belonging to the Congregation of the Daughters of Mary.  Under the able leadership of Sr. Monica and Sr. Stella along with dedicated Sisters and Staff, Stella Maris has grown far and wide within the short span of 13 years.  It has established its project units in eleven places located in three districts of Tamil Nadu.