Pataleshwar Caves Temple
15 people recommendvia r/pune·15 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
A cave temple on JM Road that commenters frequently recommend. One visitor says it is usually empty and calm, and that you would not feel you are in the middle of the city. Another says it sits at the start of JM Road, easy to reach by auto. A commenter believes entry is free, and it is suggested for those interested in history and monuments. One visitor describes it as small, noting the main rock is broken so the construction was never completed.
Address
Pataleshwar Temple, Jangali Maharaj Rd, next to J M Temple, Revenue Colony, Pune, Maharashtra 411005, India
At a glance
- Best for
- History
- Known for
- Cave temple
- Crowds
- Quiet
The evidence
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Lists Pataleshwar Caves as another place to visit.
Recommends showing a few temples including Pataleshwar.
Lists it among peaceful places to visit.
Mentions the caves on JM Road and guesses there is no entry fee.
Lists the caves at Jungli Maharaj as a place to visit.
Recommends Pataleshwar caves in Pune.
Recommends the temple for anyone even slightly interested in history and monuments.
Says the temple is usually empty and calm, feeling far from the city despite its location.
Visited and includes Pataleshwar Caves in suggested plans.
Says it is right in the city centre at the start of JM Road and easy to reach by auto.
Suggests visiting it along with the other cultural places.
Lists it among temples to visit
Suggests the Pataleshwar caves as a peaceful place.
Lists the caves as a place to take the kids.
Suggests Pataleshwar Caves as an underrated place.
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Last verified 18/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.