Enlightened Cave of Mahavatar Babaji: Dwarahat Range, Uttarakhand

In Uttarakhand’s Dwarahat, there is the cave of Mahavtar Babaji, an immortal yogi since ages showing the path to humanity. Mahavatar Babaji’s age is supposed to 5 thousands of years.

The tourists, devotees and pilgrims are visiting the cave of Mahavatar Babaji In Uttarakhand’s Dwarahat. The tourists has been visiting for long ago to see this cave, not only from the India but also from abroad.

It is believed that in this cave, Mahavatar Babaji gave initiation of Kriya Yoga to Swami Yogananda Paramhans’s guru’s guru Shyamacharan Lahiri.

Cave of Mahavatar Babaji is the most spiritual cave in the Himalaya region of India, which is the origin place of Kriya Yoga and where Yoga Guru Lahiri Maharaj received Kriya Yoga teachings directly from Mahavatar Babaji.

Every day, many pilgrims and Kriya Yogis come to the cave. It should be noted that visiting here will definitely give you peace of mind.

Highlights

Mahavatar Baba is such a spiritual personality about whom all over the world people search on internet.
South’s well-known superstar Rajinikanth has even made a film about him.
Mahavatar Babaji and cave were mentioned for the first time by Swami Yogananda Paramhans in his autobiography.

Uttarakhand, without reason, it is not called Devbhumi (Land of the Gods) . In the mountains here, there are many divine and worship-worthy places. One such place is the ‘Cave of Mahavatar Babaji. Mahavatar Baba is such a spiritual luminary about whom people search on the internet all over the world.

The South superstar has even made a film on him. Mahavatar Babaji, was mentioned for the first time by Swami Yogananda Paramhans in his autobiography ‘Autobiography of a Yogi’.

Today, Mahavatar Babaji is famous as immortal Guru who has been guiding humanity for thousands of years. It is even said about him that he had contact with Mahatma Buddha and Jesus Christ.

Yogananda Paramhans

Yogananda Paramhans mentioned the meeting Mahavatar Babaji in his autobiography, referring to his guru Yukteshwar Giri’s guru and India’s well-known spiritual personality Shyamacharan Lahiri.

At that time, Lahiri Maharaj had been transferred to Ranikhet by the British. One day, he went for a walk in the mountains a little away from Ranikhet, and there he had the vision of an extraordinary young man

When that young man ( ( Mahavatar Babaji ) called him by name, he was astonished. Later, that young man told him that in a previous birth, Shyamacharan was engaged in penance with him. That young man showed Shyamacharan his asana and other worship rituals, and suddenly he remembered his past life.

Later, this young man ( Mahavatar Babaji ) also gave initiation of Kriya Yoga to Shyamacharan Lahiri in this cave. Since then, this cave has become very famous among spiritual lovers and curious seekers.

This young man was named ‘Mahavatar Babaji‘ by Yogananda Paramhans. Yogananda Paramhans said that on Earth, avatars of God like Ram, Krishna, Buddha came, did their work, and left, but Mahavatar Babaji did not reveal himself to the public.

He is such a great avatar who has been showing the path to humanity for thousands of years. He continuously works to enhance the spiritual progress of humans and collective consciousness.

Mahavatar Babaji and Kumbh Mela

Many stories are prevalent about Mahavatar Babaji . Some people even believe that he was born in the South and his childhood name was Nagraj. What the truth is, no one knows.

But it is certainly said that Mahavatar Babaji travels around the world. He has some disciples with him; it will be surprising to know that some of Americans met Mahavatar Babaji, it means he does not stay in one place. From time to time, many saints have shared stories of meeting him at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Mahavatar Babaji Cave Location

This cave is on Pandukhali Mountain, beyond Kukuchina village in Uttarakhand (25 km from Dwarahat). The mountain path leading to the cave has been renovated. It should be noted that it takes about one hour to climb to the Cave of Mahavatar Babaji. Devotees come here to meditate and express their respect for the great guru.

Wonderful Trail to go to cave

As wonderful as the cave is, the journey to the cave is equally magnificent. On the way to the cave, there are some spectacular natural views, and from the mountain peak, the entire snow-covered Himalayan range can also be seen.

If you are a trekking enthusiast and are looking for a place where you can find peace of mind, this place will never disappoint you.

Kukuchina Village is extremely beautiful.

Cave of Mahavatar Babaji is in Kukuchina Village in Uttarakhand. So, if you are planning to visit here, don’t forget to explore this beautiful village. Here, you will feel as if you are seeing a beautiful scenery.

It should be noted that the houses, fields, and mountain paths of this village will captivate your heart. The best part is that you will not find any pollution in this village. From here, you can also see the beautiful views of the Himalayas.

Timings: Cave of Mahavatar Babaji

Before visiting Cave of Mahavatar Babaji, you need to keep track of time. It should be noted that in summer (1 March to 30 September), you can visit from 9 AM to 4 PM, and in winter (1 October to 28 February), from 10 AM to 3:30 PM only. After that, you have to return. It is advised not to come alone to visit this cave. You can come with a group.

How to Reach the Cave of Mahavatar Babaji

The cave is on Pandukhali Mountain, beyond Kukuchina Village in Uttarakhand (25 km from Dwarahat), so to reach the cave, you have to walk. It should be noted that it takes about 50 minutes by taxi or car from Dwarahat to Kukuchina.

After that, you can start the climb for Cave of Mahavatar Babaji. It should be noted that the climb here is not easy. Especially during the rain, the paths become very slippery. Therefore, if you are planning to go to the cave, wear shoes with good grip.

Rajinikanth visit

Rajinikanth, along with acting team, also likes traveling a lot. Some time ago, he was on a spiritual journey to the Himalayas, where he visited the caves of Mahavatar Babaji in Uttarakhand. Along with this, cave he also went to many pilgrimage sites in and around Uttarakhand.

It should be noted that Uttarakhand is called Devbhumi and there are many ancient pilgrimage sites here, which have significant beliefs and history.

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