“पन्हाळेकाजी”
दापोली तालुक्यातील थोरली – धाकटी कोटजाई नदीजवळ “पन्हाळेकाजी” हे गाव आहे. या गावी कोटजाई नदीला उत्तराभिमुख असलेल्या डोंगरांत एक प्राचीन लेणी समूह आहे. या समूहात एकूण 28 लेण्या आहेत व 29 वी लेणी तेथूनच जवळ असलेल्या ‘बागगाव’ या ठिकाणी आहे. या लेण्यांमध्ये भिक्षूगृहे, स्तूप, सभामंडप, मूर्ती व अनेक शिल्पे कोरलेली आढळतात. हीनयान, वज्रयान, नाथ संप्रदाय यांच्या निवासाच्या आणि शिलाहार साम्राज्याच्या अनेक खुणा येथे प्राप्त होतात.
About Panhalekaji:
Panhalekaji is a small village near the banks of the river ‘thorli-dhakti kotjai’, in taluka Dapoli of Ratnagiri district. This village not only is rich in natural beauty, but also a rich ancient inheritance. Relics of ancient Indian heritage have been found in this village. These relics are ancient caves found on a mountain north facing the river thorli-dhakti kotjai. There are 28 compartments in these cave chains and 29 in another cave chain at a place called Bag vadi. You can find mendicant quarters, dome shaped shrines, assembly hall, statues and other such structures in these cave chains. This is the oldest cave and one of the best places to visit in Dapoli.
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22 reviews
Nandini Pawar
“Worthwhile ”
This place offers you a calm atmosphere to relax. A wonderful place for a shoot or to write. Very peaceful and calm.
December 20, 2018
Parshuram Jadhav
“Lost sheen, gone glamor!”
Not recommended for families or some great outings!
December 20, 2018
Mayur Kanawaje
“Worth Visiting”
This is also on of the oldest caves. Very peaceful place. Secluded most of the times this place can be visited.
December 20, 2018
Rohit Tulaskar
“Nice Place to visit !!!”
These caves are very old and strong enough to hold themselves , caves is just tremendous and you will love it.
December 20, 2018
Subhash Gangurde
Enjoy the caves
caves is just tremendous and you will love it. And the last and the best it's free
December 20, 2018
Avantika Salunke
“one time visit”
A one time visit at the most, you won't miss anything, even if you don't visit here.
December 20, 2018
Makrand Lele
“Poor maintenance”
Caves which are now getting dilapidated because of lack of maintenance and lack of awareness of people who visit them.
December 20, 2018
Ishant More
“A hidden gem”
While the overall experience is quite short, but the caves still are quite a sight to see. Make sure to go a day when the weather is nice.
December 20, 2018
Shivkumar Hulawale
“Need Maintenance”
Place is good, but need to maintain & protect the caves
December 20, 2018
Diksha Dhale
Hidden Historical Structure
The place was very peaceful. The caves are based on Indian ancient architecture and they looks like a very planned structure.
December 20, 2018
Vaibhav Damle
Photogenic
The caves are photogenic, one can have good photos there. My overall visit experience was good.
December 20, 2018
Sonali Omale
Nice Caves
visited this cave ,saw a few visitors as well. well maintained place.
December 20, 2018
Kashinath Omble
Must visit
This place is beautiful...,, every one should visit this place.
December 20, 2018
Parag Laskar
History!!
Standing within these caves made me wonder about the history behind the caves - who all had lived there...for how long...what the different "rooms" were...how they had been carved out of the rock etc.
December 20, 2018
Sharad Gadkari
Not compulsory
The caves, though historical and listed protected monument, are pretty ordinary. There's nothing that leaves you awestruck or gives a feeling of reverence. Not worthy because of the journey time.
December 20, 2018
Mangesh Sakpal
“Excellent Caves”
If you really in love with nature then only go..The way to reach Panhalekaji Caves is not easy.
December 20, 2018
Yogita Rahate
Neglected
Very different caves I have ever seen. Need to be taken care of.
December 20, 2018
Tushar Mane
Wonder of Dapoli
Very old and pleasant place. The place is very calm and very beautiful.
December 20, 2018
Harish Nerunkar
Wonder
The caves are of Buddhist period and is not that popular, the place is a must visit for history lovers.
December 20, 2018
Bhupesh Malve
Adventure
Group of caves crafted on the bank of Kodjai river. This place is surrounded by dense jungle.
December 20, 2018
Abhay Chavan
Beautiful Place...
Beautiful place with beautiful caves....
December 20, 2018
Jaydev Gurav
Good Place...
is it a good option to visit during monsoons.
December 20, 2018