Jata Shankar Cave
जटाशंकर
A Shiva cave shrine at the bottom of a deep gorge, where hanging stalactites look like Shiva's matted locks and a cool spring rises at the source.
Jata Shankar is a natural cave hidden at the bottom of a deep gorge. Stalactites hang from the ceiling and resemble the matted locks (jata) of Lord Shiva. Natural lingams in the stone are worshipped by devotees, and a clear spring flows from the cave floor, one of the sources of the Jamuna stream. From the parking area, stone steps lead down for about 10–15 minutes, passing huge boulders and deep forest, and it is pleasantly cool in summer. Shoes must be removed before entering. The cave is damp and dim, so bring a torch. It is about 2 km from the town center.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Pachmarhi Lake (Boat Club)
- Christ Church, Pachmarhi
- Pandav Caves
- Bison Lodge Interpretation Centre
- Apsara Vihar (Fairy Pool)
- Rajat Prapat (Silver Falls)
- Bee Falls
- Handi Khoh