Discover Spiritual Serenity at Mahanaal Mandir in Kathua
Mahanaal Mandir is a breathtaking Hindu temple nestled amidst the lush green hills near Rajbagh, Kathua. Revered as the “Cave of Lord Shiva,” this sacred spot attracts both nature enthusiasts and devotees seeking a tranquil place of worship. The temple’s natural caves, reminiscent of the Holy Amarnath, enhance its spiritual ambiance, making it a perfect destination during Sharavan and Shivratri festivals. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained roads leading to this hidden gem, which also offers nearby attractions such as the picturesque village of Rai with its charming waterfall and the panoramic Mastgarh fort. Whether you’re drawn by faith or the desire for a scenic retreat, Mahanaal Mandir provides a unique blend of divine reverence and natural beauty in Kathua.
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Praveen Kumar
a month agoCave of Lord Shiva. This is a beautiful place for nature lovers and also for those who have faith in God.
Manik Sharma
2 years agoVery less known Shiva Temple around 15kms from NH44 at Rajbagh in district Kathua. It has good road connectivity except for a few patches. The place is surreptitious with low green hills and natural waterfalls. The natural caves of the temple resemble the Holy Amarnath. A must visit temple during Sharavan and Shivratri.
Rohit Chauhan
4 years agoMahanaal is around 10 km from Rajbagh. The road is well maintained and also you can pay a visit to Rai, it’s a small village where you can enjoy a small waterfall and also, you can go a trek to Mastgarh fort which is about 4-5 from village Rai. From Mastgarh, you can see enjoy 360 view of Billawar city.
villager boyz
5 months agoMini Amarnath cave
Ramesh Sharma
4 years agoThis place is awesome must visit..... Maha Naal Caves near Kathua about 16 Kms away from Rajbagh on Jammu – Kathua National Highway. It is about 45 minutes journey from Lakhanpur & thirty minutes journey from Rajbagh to village Jakhole.This stretch of 14 kms is connected by a motorable road & one can reach Jakhole by private vehicle .Regular buses & Mini-buses also ply on the route. The rest two kilometers stretch is under execution & only earth -work & rock- cutting has been done. Devotees cover this distance either on foot or by private vehicles which go upto the caves. There is a big cave & inside the cave a natural lingum exists which as per legends dates back to Centuries. The cave opening is narrow and only one person can enter the cave at a time & have Darshan of Lord Shiva’s sanctum sanctorum .The idols of Ganesh,Nandigan & Kaal -Bhairav at the entrance of MahaNaal cave adds to the beauty of the area. Another small cave lies on other side of the main cave where the devotees have now constructed small temples dedicated to Nine Godesses. A seasonal waterfall lies in between both the caves where devotees can be seen bathing before offering prayers.However in summers, the waterfall dries up & devotees use water from the resultant water-body (Bowli) that exists. most important. The Lakhanpur Sarthal Development Authority on its part is also in the process of formulating a comprehensive Project Report to develop the area into a pilgrim spot. The Maha Naal Shiv Caves (Mini AmarNath), if properly developed, will be an ideal pilgrim destination in the times to come.