Vizhinjam

Vizhinjam has been one of the hottest topics in society since the 2000s because of a deep seaport planned here. Furthermore, Vizhinjam also holds the distinction of being home to the Vizhinjam Cut-Rock Cave Temple, a Hindu temple from the 8th century, and one ofthe smallest one in south India. The cave temple- considered to be one of the oldest rock-cut cave temples in Kerala- currently is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.

History:

History reveals that this place was an important port of the area since it is located at the extreme south-western corner of South Asia. Located at a strategic crossroads connecting shipping between Southeast Asia and the Middle East, this area has economic and geopolitical significance.

Getting there :

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Central, about 12 km

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 13 km