There are many amazing hidden caves in Odisha and they have their beautiful secrets. Odisha, the land of ancient temples and spectacular beaches also has hidden secrets in its rugged terrain. By this we are referring to the caves which are shrouded in mystery, both historical and spiritual.
These caves near Bhubaneswar, are a living testimony of the rich cultural heritage of Odisha. Situated in the sand stone hills overlooking Bhubaneswar, they are a quiet and serene reminder of the life of sages, scholars and monks who lived here.
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This is an old cave associated with mythological stories. This cave is located in the Chandaka forest, some 38 km away from Bhubaneswar. The name of this cave comes from the belief that the Pandavas had spent a few days in this cave during their exile.
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This cave is located about 55 km from Jeypore in Koraput district of Odisha. It is a sacred limestone cave with a naturally built stalagmites shaped like a Shiva linga which is about 2 mts high and is believed to be growing in size.
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This cave is situated some 35 km away from Jhasuguda in Odisha in a very inaccessible forest where ancient people survived on roots, fruits and animal meat. Around 4000 BC, they developed a script. The inscriptions and paintings of animals are found on the walls of the caves.
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This cave is located on a hill surrounded by green forest about 66km from Koraput. The hill is a plateau which is so vast that 05 nos of football matches can be played at the same time. The other attraction is a beautiful pond at the foot of the hill. Donger Dei is the main deity of the local people.
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Thus is located in Ampani sanctuary of the Kalahandi district of Odisha. Famous for the pictographic paintings depicting hunting scenes, human figures and dancing scenes, done in red and black colors using natural dyes dating back to Mesolithic and Neolithic times
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This cave is situated 10km from Boudh has association with ancient mythology. According to a story, during the reign of Emperor Sovan Dev of the Madala dynasty, the Javanese King, Raktavahu, attacked Puri famous for the Jagannath Temple. So the King reportedly shifted the deities to Dhritipura under this territory.
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This cave in Keonjhar district is famous because it is hidden behind the badaghagara waterfalls. It is accessible only during the dry season when the waters recede and is believed to have been a refuge of ascetics. The paintings and carvings on the wall speak of some unknown civilization.
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