Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Shiva Temple

The Vizhinjam Rock-cut Cave Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Vizhinjam, near Trivandrum in southern Kerala, India. Situated in a granite cave dating back to the 8th century, the temple houses a one-celled shrine adorned with a sculpture of Vinadhara Dakshinamurti. Operating hours are from 9 AM to 6 PM, excluding Mondays, with visitors typically spending 2-3 hours exploring the temple. Some praise the well-maintained temple environment by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), while others appreciate its historical significance.

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