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Jogeshwari (Pronunciation: [d͡ʒoɡeːʃʋəɾiː]) is a suburb located in the western part of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is notable for its caves - 'Jogeshwari Caves', particularly one containing a shrine of the Hindu Goddess Jogeshwari, Lord Shiva and the deity Hanuman. It belongs to the K/E Ward of Mumbai.
The Jogeshwari Caves are some of the earliest Hinduism cave temple sculptures located in the Mumbai suburb of Jogeshwari, India. The caves date back to the sixth century, Chalukya dynasty. They were found during the excavation of Ajanta and Elephanta. These caves belong to the Hindu deity Jogeshwari.
Apr 3, 2018 · Located in Jogeshwari in Mumbai, the Jogeshwari Caves are around 1,500 years old, and were excavated during the Ajanta and Elephanta caves excavation. One of the finest and popular Indian caves ...
Apr 24, 2019 · Exploring the History and Significance of Jogeshwari Caves in Mumbai. Formerly known as the Amboli Caves, Jogeshwari Caves were established around 1500 years ago. Excavated along with Ajanta and Elephanta caves, these are situated at the heart of Jogeshwari suburb in Mumbai.
Jan 8, 2021 · Jogeshwari caves are massive and one of the largest rock-cut caves in India. They follow a similar style of architecture as the other famous cave complexes like Elephanta and Ajanta. Legend has it Jogeshwari caves were built by Pandavas from the Hindu mythology, during their exile, and a secret passage connects these caves to Mahakali caves nearby.
Jogeshwari caves are ancient buddhist stuctures carved around 1500 years ago. They are located in middle of slum dwellings with entrance from busy street. Most of the intererior has been destroyed. The rest has been encroached with several recent shrines.
Located in the heart of Mumbai, Jogeshwari Caves are one of the oldest cave temples in the whole of India and also the largest. These former Buddhist caves date back to the 6th century and have been home to Hindu and Buddist sculptures.
