Amarnath Cave Templeअमरनाथ गुफा मंदिर
The ice lingam cave of Lord Shiva, open only during the yatra.
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South Kashmir
South Kashmir
Best time to visit1 July to 31 August
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September)
DifficultyDifficult
Height3888 m above sea level
Time needed3 to 5 days
Base and nearbyPahalgam, Anantnag
EntryRegistration and yatra permit from the Shrine Board
ClosuresUsually closed 15 September to 20 June. The cave is open only during the yatra, which usually runs from late June or early July to August. The dates are announced by the Shrine Board each year.
About Amarnath Cave Temple
A natural cave at 3,888 metres holding an ice lingam of Lord Shiva, one of the great Himalayan pilgrimages. The yatra runs for several weeks in July and August, with registration, a health certificate and a yatra permit all required in advance. Two routes lead there, the long one from Pahalgam and the short steep one from Baltal. Dates, rules and the route change each year, so check the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board.
What to see and do
- Ice lingam in a cave
- Two routes from Pahalgam and Baltal
- Yatra registration needed
- Dates set each year
- High altitude, acclimatise
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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