Rajpuri Caves

Rajpuri Caves are located just a short distance from Panchgani. You can find it in Satara, 9 km away from Panchgani. You can easily visit the Rajpuri Caves during your trip. One of the essential places to visit in Panchgani is the well-known caves.

Many people also think that Lord Kartikeya used the caves for holy events and practices. Even the Pandavas stayed here while they were away. Please go to Rajpuri Caves during the day.

Rajpuri caves history

There are four caves, and many water kunds circle these old caves. Many think Lord Kartikeya used these holes for religious ceremonies and penance. People also say the Pandavas lived here while they were on the run. People who follow the religion think that bathing in these holy kunds will heal them of all kinds of illnesses and bad things.

The Lord Kartikeya Temple is very popular. It is a must visit during the trip to the caves. People believe locals built it using sand from the caves. There are several stone plates with writing on them at the entrance to the cave. There are two traditional pictures of Nandi in the front side of the caves. There are two pictures, and one of them is right next to the cave opening. The main thing to see at this temple is the thaipooyam event, which takes place in January and February.

Nearby places to visit

•    Table Land is Panchgani's highest point, with a wide view of the rivers and hills.

•    Many people like to visit Parsi Point to see the beautiful views of the Krishna Valley and Dhom Dam.

•    Sydney Point offers breathtaking vistas, particularly during the early morning and late evening hours. The valley below the Dhom Dam may be seen from this vantage point. 

•    Devil's Kitchen is a mythical place. It is the same place where the Pandavas are said to have cooked their food while in exile.

How to Reach Rajpuri Caves?

Rajpuri Caves are just 30 minutes away from Panchgani. You can reach them from Mahabaleshwar using Ola, Uber, or a private cab from top car rental services.

Here are three methods to reach Mahabaleshwar:

Pune International Airport is the nearest domestic airport at 128 km. After your flight, you can find a comfortable way to get to Mahabaleshwar.

By Train: To reach Mahabaleshwar by train, the closest station is Wathar. However, most tourists prefer Pune Railway Station, which connects easily to major metro cities.

By Road: Mahabaleshwar is well-connected to nearby Maharashtra cities by road, providing daily bus services. You can take a local bus from the Mahabaleshwar Bus Stand to Panchgani's notable landmarks.

Entry Fee and Timings of Rajpuri Caves

The Rajpuri Caves are open to visitors of any age level. Since the cave is open daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, visitors can explore it at their own pace. Many Panchgani tour packages include a stop here, with 1–2 hours of recommended exploration time.