Azhimala Temple
Azhimala Shiva Temple
Report on Azhimala Shiva Temple
Azhimala Shiva Temple is a beautiful coastal temple located in Kotukal Gram Panchayat of Thiruvananthapuram district. The fame of this temple has skyrocketed in recent years because of the huge idol of Shiva installed here.
Main attraction and sculpture
What brought the Azhimala temple to the world's attention is the sculpture of Lord Shiva known as 'Gangadhareswara' placed on top of the cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Special feature of the sculpture: The sculpture depicts the four-armed Lord Shiva freeing the goddess Ganga from her entanglement.
Sculptor: A native of Ahrimala, P.S. This sculpture was made by Devadatta.
Construction Period: Construction began in 2014 and opened to the public on December 31, 2020.
Location: Perched atop the coastal cliffs, this statue is known for its scenic views.
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