Sittanavasal Caves and Paintings -Tamil Nadu

Sittanavasal Caves and Paintings is a archaeology monument near Pudukkotai in Tamil Nadu. It is similar to Pallava Caves or Badami Caves in Karnataka. It is a rock cut cave with sculptures of Lord Mahaveera. It is believed the cave complex was built during 7th century AD during Narashimha Pallava while he was practicing Jainsim. Later he converted to Hinduisum and monuments in Mahabalipuram and others have sculptures of Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Buddha and Mahaveera.

Tourist Guide

Parking Difficulty : Easy

Walking Needed : Less than 100 meters inside the temple

Time Needed : 20-30 minutes

Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM

Still Photography : Not Allowed inside the Inner Sanctum

Video Photography : Not Allowed inside the Inner Sanctum

Weather /Dress Guide and other Tips

Tropical Climate for most part of the year. Wear Cotton (March-November)

Wear Traditional Dress. Cover yourself decently

Avoid Shoes

Location Guide

Nearest Railway Station : Vellanur Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Trichy Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH38

Nearest Landmark : Pulavanpatti Bus Stop

Sittanavassal is near Pudukkottai and is on the way from Viralimalai to Pudukkottai.

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