Yana Caves in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district are ancient rock formations, millions of years old. These black limestone monoliths rise 390 feet high, deep in the forests of Kumta. Located 50 km from Gokarna, Yana Caves are a place of wonder- ancient, untouched, otherworldly and unlike anything else.
The two massive peaks, Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and Mohini Shikhara, stand like natural towers. They hold religious importance, believed to represent Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Pilgrims visit in thousands, drawn by both faith and the caves’ eerie beauty.
Reaching the caves requires a steep 3 km trek through thick forest and can get slippery during monsoon season. The surrounding village of Yana, with its mud roads and traditional huts, offers a glimpse into the rustic charm of rural Karnataka.
Nishant Choubey
on Yaana 6 years ago