JOGESHWARI CAVES
Jogeshwari, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
The Jogeshwari Caves are some of the earliest Buddhist cave temples sculptures located in the Mumbai suburb of Jogeshwari, India. The caves date back to 520 to 550 C.E. These caves belongs to the last stage of the Mahayana Buddhist architecture, which was later taken over by the Hindus. According to historian and scholar Walter Spink, Jogeshwari is the earliest major cave temple in India and (in terms of total length) "the largest". The caves are located off the Western Express Highway and are surrounded by encroachments. The caves are accessed through a long flight of stairs into the main hall of this cavernous space. It has many pillars and a Lingam at the end. Idols of Dattatreya, Hanuman and Ganesh line the walls. There are also relics of two doormen. The cave also has a murti and footprints of goddess Jogeshwari (Yogeshwari), whom the area is named after.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor and go in to the caves.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 06:00 PM | 20 | 10 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 100 Foreigner Child Fee : 50
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Dindoshi Bus Stand |
5.1 KM | 22842090 |
 Jogeshwari Railway Station |
2.4 KM | 139 |
 Juhu Airport |
6.5 KM | 02226616738 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jogeshwari | 2.4 KM |
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