Arjun Gufa
Manali in Himachal is one of the Major
Tourist attractions for Travellers and with in Manali
Arjun Gufa is one of the major attractions
for tourists. It is Located 5 km away from Manali town
towards Naggar. Pandav Arjun mediated here. The nearest
village to the Arjuna Gufa is the village
of Prini meant for the scenic beauty.
The Arjuna Gufa is linked
to the legend of Mahabharata. There is a prevalent belief
that it is
in these caves near the Prini Village that Arjuna, one
of the Pandava brothers, performed his penance and meditated
as a result of which he succeeded in acquiring the Pashupata
Ashtra or the weapon from the Hindu Lord Indra. It is
because of this belief that the Arjuna Gufa or the Cave
of Arjuna got its name. At approximately 2 kms. - a visible
lake called Kunt Bhayo lake and a Kunti Mata Temple is
located.
The Arjuna Gufa is one
of the most interesting tourist spots in the whole of
Manali. Whether one beliefs in the legend or not the natural
beauty of the cave is appealing to all and it does give
an unique feeling.
If you wish to take a half day excursion
in Manali and enjoy spectacular views of the snow-capped
Himalayan ranges and the surrounding alpine forests, Arjun
Gufa (cave) is a good place to be! On arrival at Arjun
Gufa, the clamor of Manali town drops completely. The
place has an authentic atmosphere and a deafening quietness
faintly disturbed by the gushing of the river. Take a
stroll around and soak up the scenery, photograph the
Beas River rushing past water-worn pebbles and marvel
at the majestic peaks reaching up to the sky.
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