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Visit the Kanheri Caves in Mumbai

Kanheri Caves in Mumbai, Maharashtra

Breathe in the fresh air and a lot of greenery all inside the Kanheri Caves

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Best time to visit
Nov - Feb
Ideal Duration
5-6 Days
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Starting from
Rs. 3,000
  • Ideal for families
  • Ideal for friends
  • City Tour

About Kanheri Caves in Mumbai

The  Kanheri Caves in Mumbai is an amazing collection of rocks and cut caves that are arranged in a specific series. There are larger caves which are given the name of Chaitya Grihas and were used as a place of worship and religious congregations during the ancient times. These caves are rectangular in shape and are full of unique stone pillars, different from each other in style of construction. You can find intricate carvings of Buddha and the Bodhisattvas inside the caves too. You reach a verandah or a porch after these large caves and have a look at Avalokiteshvara, the most significant bodhisattva inside the  Kanheri Caves in Mumbai represents love and compassion. The best time to visit these caves is during the month of October and March. This tourist destination is located 28.6 km away from the city center. Kanheri Caves' distance from Mumbai takes an approximate time of 50 minutes to complete the journey. Usually, people spend an average time of 2 hours while exploring this destination. One of the most eccentric features of this struct is that it has 109 different entrances. 

History of Kanheri Caves

The history of Kanheri caves takes us back to the time when Buddhism started to spread its arms in the region. The literal meaning of Kanheri is black mountains and is derived from the word ‘Krishnagiri’ of Sanskrit origin. It is so named because of the black basalt stone inside the cave which makes it a prominent attraction for tourists. These caves are formed from a single rock bed and were a very important learning center for the Buddhist teachings between the 9th and 1st centuries BCE. It is still a pilgrimage site for Buddhist monks. The Buddhist settlement is implied by the large stupas in the congregation halls and also tells a lot about the cave as a Buddhist shrine.

Trekking experience at Kanheri Caves

Embarking on a Kanheri Caves tour, one can also indulge in a two-hour trek and transverse the forest areas of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The trek is not that difficult and can be enjoyed by beginners as well. Breath in the fresh air and witness greenery like never before. Absorb enchanting views of the lush green forests, nice waterfalls and look out for some animals in the forest as well. Reach the endpoint of the trek and make the best time at the place.

Attractions of Kanheri Caves

While your trekking continues, you can see a lot of other amazing things inside the caves. You can find 34 unfinished paintings depicting Buddhism along with the prayer which suggests some information on the way of living and its rich culture. Explore the place and witness the Kanheri Caves waterfall as it is located on the hilly terrain. Soothe yourself as you sit on the sides of the rivers and the water bodies around the caves and celebrate an amazing time with your loved ones.

Shopping in Kanheri Caves

Kanheri Caves in Mumbai, Maharashtra do not have any shopping outlet inside the national park. However, one can easily find shopping outlets nearby Sanjay National Park in nearby areas such as Andheri and Lokhandwala. There you can shop for almost anything and everything including clothes, souvenirs, etc. you can spend some quality time there by going on a shopping spree. It is often the most preferred activity after a visit to the Sanjay National Park in Mumbai.

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