Vettuvan Kovil - Hindu temple in Kalugumalai - Tuticorin, India

aangkilttil elllutuvtrrku mnnnnnnikkvum. dt 12 - 09 - 23. After having a wonderful darshan in Kalugumalai murugan kovil, we asked people for the directions to this wonderful architectural master piece. We wanted to visit this place for a very long time. It is very close to the murugan temple. Need to walk, climb steps to reach this temple. Sad to note that the place was locked and there was no access to go and see it, but then a local told us to go around and use the small opening to get inside the fenced area so that we could see this master piece up close. Definitely not the way a tourist place should be maintained but then ..... Struggled a lot to go near and upfront of this kovil. seeing it, going around it, having a top view of this temple was something beyond words. Simply WOW WOW WOW. Called the ELLORA of the south, and done in the 8th century, historians believe that it must have been constructed using the top down approach same like in ELLORA. A treasure trove, worth seeing. Wish these places are highlighted by the tourism department.

Beautiful Great temple situated on a steep hill. Amazing experience ever. Beautiful Vibes blow mind and soul. A single rock cut temple is amazing. Must visit

Vettuvan Kovil is an architectural masterpiece that left me awestruck. This ancient Tamil temple, located in Southern India, exudes a unique aura of grandeur and spirituality. The intricate stone carvings on the outer walls depict scenes from Hindu mythology, showcasing the incredible craftsmanship of the artisans from centuries past. The towering Gopuram (entrance tower) adorned with vibrant sculptures is simply breathtaking. As I stepped inside, the sense of tranquility washed over me, amplified by the soothing chants and the smell of incense. The sanctum sanctorum houses a captivating idol of the presiding deity, radiating divinity. The temple's preservation is commendable, offering visitors an authentic glimpse into our rich cultural heritage. A must-visit for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a spiritual connection with the past.

this temple is known as the 'ellora of south'. apart from kailash of ellora and dharmarajeswar temple of mandsaur, this is also a monolithic temple, a technical and aesthetic marvel.

Nice historic place with Great Monuments worth of visiting this place and Good Pligrim Exposture at Kalugasalamoorthy temple and Vettuvan Kovil is Mass and Mainly the Ellora of south

Must visit place. You will get amazed from the temple architecture.

Beautiful temple. Need to have a small hike to reach it. You can also hike further to reach Jain sculptures and Ayyanar temple.

Rock cut temple, petit mais joli. Meme si est pas aussi beau que celui d Ellora !! Attention peut etre cadenasse par le garde quand il veut aller mange : a 11h par exemple ce mercredi 4 janvier !!