Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple In Kovalam Kerala

The another main attraction in Kovalam is Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple contains the rock cut sculptures of 18-th century. The temple is dedicated to Vinandhara Dakshinamurthi. The unfinished sculptures of Lord Shiva and Parvathy are also major attractions in this place.The place of Vizhinjam was earlier the capital of the chieftains of Ay. These people ruled some part of South India in the 8 th century. This cave is located at a distance of 3 kilometres from Kovalam remained unnoticed for many years. Open on all days from 9 am to 6 pm except Mondays.