Bahrot caves

Bahrot caves in Bordi town of Maharashtra are set of Parsi cave temples. These caves are situated at a distance of 8 kms from Bordi. These caves have the sole Parsi cave temple in India.
Bahrot Caves are located at Bordi town near Dahanu, Maharashtra. These caves are carved on the Bahrot Mountain which is 1500 feet high. Bahrot Mountain is located at the distance of 20 kms south of Sanjan. These Caves holds a prominent religious importance for the Parsi people. According to legends, Zarathosti ancestors (Parsis) took refuge in these caves in 1351 AD for long 13 years, while hiding themselves from the Muslim invaders. Zarathosti took The ‘Iranshah Flame’ to Bahrot caves Bordi.
Do visit this amazing place if you make a point to visit Dahanu. It feels nice here as Bahrot caves are located away from hustle & bustle of the city. You can also see various attractions nearby the caves like Dahanu Fort, Dahanu Bordi Beach, Aswali Dam & other.
Tourists can visit Bahrot caves Bordi throughout the year. Visit to the caves during monsoon season gives you a memorable experience. In monsoon season, one can see beautiful lush green views of the nearby region, lakes, dams & villages.

The trek from Aswali village to caves requires 2 hours. Another 1 hour is sufficient to see caves & surrounding views!

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