Kottukal Rock Cut Cave Temple

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Kottukal Rock Cut Cave Temple (11 km) is a magnificent temple, situated on the Thiruvananthapuram - Kottayam MC Road. Jatayupara is a huge rock at Chadayamangalam and takes its name form the mythical bird Jatayu in the epic Ramayana, who is believed to have collapsed on the rock after failing in his attempts to thwart Ravana's kidnapping of Sita. The crafts festival is held annually during December-January. It features the work of craftsmen from all over the country.