Vizhinjam rock caves, Cave temple in Thiruvananthapuram district, India.
The Vizhinjam rock cave features three chambers carved into granite stone, with intricate wall carvings depicting Hindu deities and mythological scenes.
Dating from the 8th century during the Pallava dynasty period, this rock-cut shrine stands as one of Kerala's earliest cave temples.
The central chamber contains sculptures of Dakshinamurthy, while the side cells display unfinished carvings of deities Siva and Parvathi.
Located 12 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, the monument remains open to visitors from 9:00 to 18:00, except on Mondays.
This granite structure represents the smallest rock-cut shrine across southern India, featuring a distinctive serpent hood carving at its entrance.
Location: Thiruvananthapuram district
GPS coordinates: 8.38240,76.99133
Latest update: March 11, 2025 03:28
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