Thiruvithancode
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Thiruvithancode is a small town located in the Kanyakumari District of Tamil Nadu state in India. It is about 20 km from Nagercoil and 2 km from Thuckalay. There is an ancient church (St. Marys orthodox church) which is believed to be established by St Thomas. Muslim saints Malik Mohamed Sahib Appa and Sheikh Noordeen valiyullah have tomb in this town. One of the Sivalayas (Hindu Temple) of Kanyakumari district is situated here. Muslim Arts College, Noorul Islam Polytchnic College and Government Higher Secondary School and IMS school are important educational institutions of this place. Students in ansd around of this place are benefited by these institutions.