Bumzuva Cave and Temple
Bumzuva cave and temple are a group of artificial caves in Kashmir. Located a mile away from the north of Bavan, the cave is carved out of limestones cliff. One of the caves has a Shiva temple enshrined. This temple has a trefoil arched doorway. The temple is believed to be have been built in twelfth century A.D. The length of the cave is approximately five meter by 10 meters.[1][2] It is maintained by Archaeological Survey of India.[3]
| Bumzuva Cave and Temple | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Shiva |
| Location | |
| Location | Bumzuva Village |
| Country | India |
| Architecture | |
| Completed | 12th Century |
References
- "Bumzuva Cave Temple". Travel The Himalayas. Retrieved 2020-10-12.
- "Temples of Jammu & Kashmir (JK)". shaivam.org. Retrieved 2020-10-12.
- "ASI". www.asiegov.gov.in. Retrieved 2020-10-12.
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