Sithannavasal is a Prominent Tourist Centre of Pudukottai District. It is located on the Annavasal – Pudukottai Road at a distance of 15 km from Pudukkottai.

Sittanavasal Cave (also, Arivar Koil) is a 2nd-century Tamil Sramana complex of caves in Sittanavasal village in Pudukottai district of Tamil Nadu, India. Its name is a distorted form of Sit-tan-na-va-yil, a Tamil word which means "the abode of great saints"

The monument is a rock-cut monastery or temple. Created by Tamil Sramana , it is called the Arivar Koil, and is a rock cut cave temple of the Arihants. It contains remnants of notable frescoes from the 7th century. The murals have been painted with vegetable and mineral dyes in black, green, yellow, orange, blue, and white. Paintings have been created by applying colors over a thin wet surface of lime plaster.

Ancient structures such as Gol Gumnaz, Talagirisvara temple and this one are claimed to be relatively unappreciated.Archaeological Survey of India has listed Sittanavasal Cave in the list of "Must See" Indian Heritage.

The Sittanavasal Cave are listed as one of the Adarsh Smarak Monument by Archaeological Survey of India. In this Place famous for its rare fresco paintings created using natural dyes. The paintings, which depict lotus ponds, dancers, musicians, and monks, are reminiscent of Ajanta-style art. The site also includes megalithic burial sites and stone beds used by Jain monks. A short climb offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside.

• Indian Per head Rs.25/- (Direct) Rs.20/-(Online)
• Foreigner Rs.300/- (Direct) Rs.250/-(Online)

Boating maintained by Sittanavasal Development and Tourism Promotion Society.

Boat Ride – Fare Details:

• Duration: 20 minutes only
• Individual – per person: Rs. 70.00
• 1 Boat – 2 persons: Rs. 100.00
• 1 Boat – 4 persons: Rs. 200.00

School Students:

• 1 Boat – 2 persons: Rs. 60.00
• 1 Boat – 4 persons: Rs. 120.00

With its scenic hills, the charm of beautiful parks, and the awe-inspiring excellence of sculpture and painting, this tourist destination is designed to mesmerize every visitor.