Chengannur, Kollam, Kerala, India
The place takes the name from the legendary Pandavas, as described in the great Indian epic 'Mahabharata'. Pandavan Para or the Rock of the Pandavas, located at Urukunnu, near Thenmala in Kollam District is an ideal picnic spot. At the base of the great hill where one finds this pristine location, lies a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Suggested time duration
4 HoursCrowded Period
WeekendBest Season To Visit
November to MarchDo's & Dont's
Architecture
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Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
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All Days | 07:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
Name | Distance | Contact Number |
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Chengannur Bus Stand
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1 KM | 0471-2471011 |
Chengannur Railway Station |
1 KM | 0479-2452340 |
Cochin International Airport
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116 KM | 0484-2610115 |
What to Carry
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Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.Nearest Town
Town Name | Distance |
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Chengannur | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
Pandavas and the sage Vyasa worshipped the Lord here
Temple is also counted among the 108 Celestial Abodes of Lord Vishnu
The Siva linga at the temple is only 3 feet tall
Temple is located on the banks of the river Manimala
This rough hewn temple is one of the earliest specimens of stone sculpture in Kerala
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of Knowledge
It is also famed as Dwaraka of the South
It is believed that the temple was built more than 1000 years ago
Nearest Attractions
Fondly nicknamed as the Venice of the East
Built by Betty Karunakaran in the memory of his husband
It has an ancient pier that is at least 140 years old
Constructed across Muvattupuzha river for irrigation purposes
One of the premier Amusement Parks in the country
Enchanted with gardens and beautiful meadows
Seven step waterfall and a premier adventure location
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