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Kaviyoor

 

Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple which was constructed in the early years of the 10th century is one of the oldest of the Mahadeva Temple in Kerala. References to this one seen in Kaviyoor 'sasanas' of 950 AD about the gifts that were offered to this temple. But it is believed that the sculptures seen around the temple belong to the 17th centuries.

Thrikkakkudy cave temple in Kaviyoor panchayath is one of the rare cave temples of Kerala. It is assumed that this temple in Pallava architectural style was built in the eighteenth century. Apart from Ganapathy, Maharshi, Dwarapalaka idols with 'Sreekoil' which is inside the cave, there is also a 'Sivalinga' which is about three feet in height. An idol of 'Hanuman' is also there. It is believed that Kaviyoor was earlier known as Papiyoor.

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Dist Tourism Promotion Council - Pathanamthitta
Phone : 0468 2229952
Nearest Police Station : Thiruvalla
Phone : 0469 - 2600100

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Nearest City : Thiruvalla

 Route:
 Thiruvalla - Thottabhagom - Kaviyoor.

 How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvalla (8Km)
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram (132 Km)
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