Shiva
Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple
Kaviyoor, Kerala · Mahadeva (Shiva)
About Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple
One of the oldest rock-cut temples in Kerala (8th century), carved from a massive laterite rock. The main shrine and a natural cave with ancient Brahmi inscriptions make this one of the most historically significant temples in the state. The Ganesha rock-cut sculpture here is also ancient and very powerful. Near Thiruvalla and Pathanamthitta.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Mahadeva (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Ganapati (Ganesha)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Thiruvalla (15 km)
Nearest Airport
Trivandrum International Airport (115 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Pathanamthitta
Visitor Tips
One of Kerala's oldest rock-cut temples; combine with Aranmula (20 km) and Pathanamthitta for a Sabarimala circuit starting area.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
State
Kerala
Location
Kaviyoor
Ideal Base City
Pathanamthitta
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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