Pataleshwar Cave Temple

⏰ Timing
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

💰 Entry Fee
₹ No entry fee

⌛ Duration
30 m - 1 hrs

🌤 Best Time to visit
October to March (pleasant weather)

📍 Direction
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About Pataleshwar Cave Temple

Pataleshwar Cave Temple, also known as Panchaleshvara, is one of the oldest surviving monuments in Pune. It was carved during the 8th century CE, under the Rashtrakuta dynasty. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and features a large Shiva Lingam in the sanctum.

The cave complex includes a pillared mandapa, a garbhagriha (sanctum), and several subsidiary shrines. Though the temple was never fully completed, it remains an excellent example of early Indian rock-cut architecture inspired by Ellora Caves.

Despite being surrounded by busy city roads, the temple offers a calm and spiritual atmosphere, making it a popular spot for history lovers, devotees, students, and tourists.

🎯 Things to do

Worship and meditation
Heritage & architectural photography
Explore rock-cut pillars and carvings
Learn about Rashtrakuta-era history
Enjoy peaceful surroundings in city center
Sit quietly for spiritual relaxation.

📍 Near By

📍 relaxation: Saras Baug – 3 km📍 Empress Garden – 4 km📍 Pune University Garden – 4 km📍 Kamala Nehru Park – 2.5 km📍 Peshwe Park (Late Sanjay Gandhi Udyan) – 3 km📍 Taljai Hills – 7 km.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit?
October to March (pleasant weather)

What is the entry fee?
₹ No entry fee