Saivite Temples, Kanyakumari District

An ablution of water from 1008 tender coconut is offered to the lord praying for relief and rains during summer.

The walk to and the surroundings are by themselves  so beautiful as you approach this ancient temple.

This historical and beautiful Kerala style Siva temple is situated on the banks of a river.

This temple for Snake Worship was originally a Jain temple as is evident from the many Jain inscriptions found here.

Set amidst beautiful surroundings and a large lake this ancient temple presents a serene picture.

The excellence of the two Dwarapalakas attract ones attention immediately in this temple surrounded by plantations.

This is one of the largest temple in the district and is dedicated to the Holy Trinity of Hinduism.

This Pallava style temple was excavated by the Ay Ruler Vikramaditya Varaguna in the 9th Century CE.

This is the first of the 12 temples in the annual Sivalaya Ottam on Sivaratri day and is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu.

This is the second of the 12 temples Sivalaya Ottam temples and is beautifully set on a river bank.

The popular Thirparappu Waterfalls is adjacent to this temple which is the third in the Sivalaya Ottam.

The fourth Sivalaya Ottam temple is at the base of a large hill where there is an ancient cave temple too.

Set amidst rubber trees and wooded area this small temple is in peaceful and serene surroundings.

This ancient and small temple is the sixth in the Sivalaya Ottam performed on Sivaratri Day.

This is the largest of the Sivalaya Ottam temples and used to be in the capital of Travancore Kings.

The eighth temple of the Sivalaya Ottam is situated near the famous Muruga Temple of Kumaracoil.

The ninth temple of Sivalaya Ottam is also the final resting place of Idaikattu Sidhdhar.

The tenth temple in the Sivalayam Ottam is an abode for both Shiva and Vishnu in separate sanctums.

A beautiful Kerala style two tiered sanctum sanctorum is seen in this twelfth Sivalaya Ottam temple

The culmination of the Sivalaya Ottam is at this twin temples of Shiva and Vishnu emphasizing unity.

The location of this small temple is very beautiful, amidst fields and adjoining the temple tank.

An old temple with 2 prakarams set amidst tall coconut palms this temple is just beautiful.

A stone inscription in Vattezhuthu is seen in a field nearby establishing the temple’s antiquity.

Located opposite the ancient palace of Eraniel, this temple has connection with the legend of the nearby Sivagiri Temple.

This is an ancient cave temple where the images of the Ashtalingam are also carved.

Just driving down to this temple through the beautiful scenery is enough to relax the mind.

This is a small, old temple with a beautiful temple tank in front.

Away from any disturbances, the caretaker lady’s singing captured our minds in the early morning.

This is an ancient temple going back to the Pandyas and has some excellent carvings.

This is an amazing temple built on a large rock right on the edge of the large lake.

This is a beautiful old temple with a Perumal temple also located right behind.

Set in an unbelievable location, isolated amidst fields you can forget yourselves in meditation here.

This old and important temple has been taken up and renovated in recent times.

Amazing architecture, carvings and beautiful surroundings make this ancient Cave Temple unforgettable.

Following the legend an Elephant was brought into the Sanctum to perform ablution to the Lord.

This beautiful little ancient temple has been renovated in recent times.

A large Tank in front and a spacious campus make this temple a beautiful place.

This temple dates back to the 13th Century CE and has several inscriptions.

This beautiful ancient temple is on the eastern side of Nagercoil town.