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Azhimala: Where Nature Dances with Divinity in Perfect Harmony.

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  The picturesque hamlet of Azhimala in Vizhijam is a surreal blend of divinity and nature. The gorgeous beach, green surroundings, and Shiva temple add a mystic touch to the place.   Azhimala Shiva temple Temple:   The construction of the temple was during the Pandya dynasty, in the 8th century AD   The intricate architecture, exquisite carvings, and fascinating history of the temple attract a large number of visitors. The Azhimala Shiva temple gets its name from its location, situated between the sea and a huge rock. The temple's architecture is a fusion of Dravidian and Kerala styles. The architecture of the temples in Kerala is similar to that in neighboring Tamil Nadu. The temple has a square Sanctum Sanctoram. There is a chuttambalam, a small gopuram, and a kodimaram or dhwaja stamba. The version of Dravidian architecture in Kerala in the far southwest is significantly different. Big-size temples are rare, and sloping roofs with projecting eaves dominate t