East Fort, Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram district · Kerala
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
The East Fort shrine of reclining Vishnu, with Kerala and Dravidian architectural traditions.
Kerala · Reviewed visit guide
Azhimala Shiva Temple
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Shiva
Azhimala Shiva Temple
01 · Discover
History & tradition
Azhimala Shiva Temple stands beside the coastal cliffs near Vizhinjam. Its sea-facing setting and the large Gangadhareshwara sculpture are its best-known features. Kerala Tourism describes the concrete sculpture as 58 feet tall and credits the artist P. S. Devadathan. The image presents Shiva bearing Ganga in his hair, an expression of devotional tradition. The local panchayat records work on the sculpture beginning in 2014 and its public opening on 31 December 2020; this dates the sculpture, not the origin of the shrine.
Good to know
Deity & dedicationShiva
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
Before you set outThe map pin marks the cliff and temple area published by DTPC. Follow local signs for the visitor entrance. Plan your return transport and ask the temple office about current darshan hours before travelling.
02 · Before you go
Plan your visit
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- Step 1
Confirm the opening schedule and entry requirements.
- Step 2
Follow the temple’s posted visitor instructions and queue.
- Step 3
Allow time for a quiet visit and your return journey.
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
Locate the temple and open travel directions.
Azhimala Shiva Temple
Azhimala, Vizhinjam, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala
The map pin marks the cliff and temple area published by DTPC. Follow local signs for the visitor entrance. Plan your return transport and ask the temple office about current darshan hours before travelling.
The pin marks the temple area. Follow local signs for the visitor entrance.
04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
Current opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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Offerings
Ask the temple office which offerings are accepted before buying them. An offering is a personal choice.
Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
Follow posted instructions at the temple and cliff. Keep to designated visitor areas and follow local weather and sea-safety advice.
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Information you can trace
Check current timings and visitor rules with the temple before travelling.
- Kerala Tourism — Azhimala Shiva TempleChecked 2026-10-26
- DTPC Thiruvananthapuram — Azhimala cliff, beach and temple areaChecked 2026-10-26
- Kottukal Grama Panchayat — Azhimala Shiva TempleChecked 2026-10-26