Vizhinjam Rock Cut Caves

Vizhinjam Rock Cut Caves contains the rock cut sculptures of the 18th century in the cave temple at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram in the state of Kerala.

Vizhinjam Rock Cut Caves, KeralaVizhinjam Rock Cut Caves are granite caves that enclose a one-celled shrine with a loose sculpture of Vinandhara Dakshinamurthi. The outer wall depicts half-complete reliefs of the Lord Shiva with Goddess Parvati. It is around 17 kilometers from the city. There are rock-cut sculptures dating from the 18th century in the cave temple. Vizhinjam cave temple is located to the south of Kovalam junction. The temple remains closed on Mondays.

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