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Arvalem Caves

These cave are also called the "Pandavas Caves" as folk tales say that the Pandavas stayed here during their exile. This caves were encarved in the 5th or 6th century AD.

A mythical background is attached to these caves. Some are of the opinion that these caves have been carved by the traveling Buddhist monks. These caves have 5 compartments among which the middlemost compartment holds the 'Linga', which is till today regarded with great respect.

An inscription written in Sanskrit and Brahmi characters of the 7th century is noticed on the Shivalinga with a circular top in cave no. 2. It reads as "Sambalura-vasi Ravih".

The caves are Situated 100m away from Sri Rudreshwar Temple and Arvalem waterfall one of the most picturesque site of the town of Arvalem.

General Information
Best Time: September-October.
Location: 9-km South Of Bicholem Town At Arvalem, Goa.
Origin: V5th-6th Century AD
Formerly Known As: Pandava Caves


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