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Located amongst the evergreen forest of the
Sahyadri Mountains, Yana Caves are 25 kms for Kumta, a small coastal town
and 40-km for Sirsi, a commercial centre. One can experience wilder ness
in all its holiness and loneliness in this limestone rock dome paradise.
Yana is known for its unique rock formations and is a haven for rock
climbers.
One has to walk several miles on the partially paved road from the
highway. The area is known for its majestic mountains, a variety of rock
formations, tricking waterfalls and the holy temple.
One can go for a simple climb around the rock dome or explore the cave in
between the dome. There is also a possibility of going hiking to Vibhuti
Falls and camp overnight in the area.
The tallest peak, Bhariraveswara Shikhara stands 120 meters high whereas
Mohini Shikhara is 90 meters from its base. The mighty rocks have been
roughened by the vagaries of burning Sun, uncontrolled winds and
torrential rains. They are solid composition of black, crystalline
limestone. Wild bees have taken liberty to construct their hives on these
rock-shelters.
The trek is moderate to strenuous.