Stone Caves Below The Ground - Bharatrihari Caves, Ujjain

Bhrathari caves...is an ancient caves and a not so popular pligrimiage site. These caves were situated 5-10 feet below the ground level. And one need to bow to enter them. It is impossible for a 5 feet man to stand straight inside these caves. There are lot of statues, and stone pillar inside the caves. There were smaller rooms were hardly anybody easily adjust.

This place is dedicated to King Bharithari.

When Bhartrihari decided to renounce the worldly life, he came here in search of a peace to continue his meditation. In due course of time these Caves became his shelter where he spend considerable part of his life.
Bhartrihari was a great scholar and renowned poet, known for his delicate use of Sanskrit in his verses. Some of his great works like Nitishatak, Shringarshatak and Vairagyashatak are considered as gems of Indian literature.

It is not a popular destination yet I would recommend you to visit this place to see, and learn how our sage and saints used to do meditation. It is not so scary, as few sage still perform puja inside the cave. The cave is well maintained and properly been monitored through CCTV.

The interior of the cave is extremely cool, peaceful and spiritual. Infact there are rwo different caves. Cave 1 leads to the place where Bhartrihari meditated. The stone curved statue of Bhartrihari in the sitting position is arranged there for tourist. Cave 2 has similar architecture and has a small Shiva Linga where the king used to worship.

There is a level of warning for those people who has breathing problem as they might feel suffocated due to less air supply. Still it is worth visiting and exploring this site. It showcases some of the ancient art work and take you to the stone era. Situated on the bank of river Shipra it has some mind blowing view.

Peace !!

Namaste @steemflow