Chithannavasal cave Sithanavasal

sithanavaasal paintings man



sithanavaasal paintings woman

the famous historical fresco paintings (similar ajanta paintings) jain saints found inside caves situated here. there jain beds of rock (samanar padukkai) sittanavasal cave rock-cut jain monastery located @ around 60 km city - ideal place sunday morning trip. maintained asi sports many attractions in complex helps kids have fun quotient.

a rock-cut jain temple named arivar-koil carved here sports paintings made during 9th century. important reason visit these caves paintings. other attractions finding out mysteries behind vibrating om , how jain monks had lived during 9th century.

the fresco paintings similar ones found in ajanta caves , made using vegetable dye have disappeared , disfigured due vandalism until asi took on in 1958. there 287 steps lead top of hillock, has around 17 rock beds monks used rest. ascent top gives panoramic view of small town below dispersed small agricultural fields , lakes. make rock climbing session , prove fruitful scenery , impressive architecture on top. historical monuments treat visitors want indulge in bit of history of jain , pandya periods. apart these there 2 parks 1 recreational park while other tamil divine park , recreational park can spot click holiday pictures. there small lake created boating.

though family picnics such places can wonderful, small trip students accompanied historian great hit. can engage in historical walks, nature walks along smaller water bodies 1 can spot different birds. makes ideal mix of history, nature , architecture.