PANDAVAN ROCK CAVE
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 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to March
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
- Do not consume liquor and go in to the caves.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Chengannur Bus Stand |
1 KM | 0471-2471011 |
 Chengannur Railway Station |
1 KM | 0479-2452340 |
 Cochin International Airport |
116 KM | 0484-2610115 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle & Snacks.
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Chengannur | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
MAHADEVA TEMPLE
Pandavas and the sage Vyasa worshipped the Lord here
THRICKODITHANAM MAHA VISHNU TEMPLE
Temple is also counted among the 108 Celestial Abodes of Lord Vishnu
THALIYIL MAHADEVA TEMPLE
The Siva linga at the temple is only 3 feet tall
SREE VALLABHA TEMPLE
Temple is located on the banks of the river Manimala
THRIKKAKUDI ROCK CUT CAVE TEMPLE
This rough hewn temple is one of the earliest specimens of stone sculpture in Kerala
SRI MULLAKKAL RAJARAJESWARI TEMPLE
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of Knowledge
SREE KRISHNA TEMPLE
It is also famed as Dwaraka of the South
MALAYALAPPUZHA BHAGAVATHY TEMPLE
It is believed that the temple was built more than 1000 years ago
Nearest Attractions
BoatingALLEPPEY BOATING
Fondly nicknamed as the Venice of the East
MuseumREVI KARUNAKARAN MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Built by Betty Karunakaran in the memory of his husband
BeachALAPPUZHA BEACH
It has an ancient pier that is at least 140 years old
DamMALANKARA DAM
Constructed across Muvattupuzha river for irrigation purposes
OutdoorWONDERLA AMUSEMENT AND WATER THEME PARK
One of the premier Amusement Parks in the country
Hill StationVAGAMON HILL STATION
Enchanted with gardens and beautiful meadows
WaterfallsTHOMMANKUTHU WATERFALLS
Seven step waterfall and a premier adventure location
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