Kallil
Rock-cut cave
In the countryside near Parumpavur at Kallil is an ancient Jaina rock-cut cave. The cave dates from about the eighth to tenth centuries CE and was dedicated to Mahāvīra. Today the cave has been converted into a Bhāgavati Temple of the local Hindus. A few Jaina statues still remain in situ.
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Steps leading up to the temple
© Julia A.B. Hegewald
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Jaina rock-cut cave
© Julia A.B. Hegewald
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Mahāvīra over the entrance door
© Julia A.B. Hegewald