Dharashiv Cavesधाराशिव लेणी
Seven Jain and Buddhist caves in the Balaghat hills that almost no one visits.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereDharashiv, Maharashtra
Marathwada
Marathwada
Kind of placeCaves, Monuments & Heritage
Best time to visit1 October to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyDharashiv, Dharashiv
EntryFree
About Dharashiv Caves
Seven Jain and Buddhist caves in the Balaghat hills, dating to roughly the 5th-7th centuries. Rarely visited and only lightly maintained, but the sculptures inside are worth the detour.
What to see and do
- Jain Tirthankara sculptures
- Buddhist vihara cells
- Balaghat hill setting
- Very few visitors at any time of year
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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