Kachnar City Shiva Temple

At a distance of 8 km from Jabalpur Junction, Kachnar Shiva Statue is a giant Shiva statue located in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Situated in Kachnar City, it is one of the biggest Shiva statues in India.

The charismatic idol of Lord Shiva is nestled in the Kachnar city and is reckoned among the most sacred tourist spots in Jabalpur. The statue is about 76 feet tall and is truly a sight to behold. Built by Arun Tiwari, the construction of the statue began in the year 2001 and was made available to the general public in the year 2006. The statue is built under the open sky on the cavern which has the replicas of the 12 Jyotirlingas and these 12 Lingam has been collected from various shrines of Lord Shiva throughout the country.

The statue of Nandi, the sacred vehicle of Lord Shiva has been constructed right in front of Lord Shiva’s statue. The jet water from the dreadlocks on Lord Shiva’s statue attracts a lot of visitors. The temple also consists of the idols of Lord Ganesha and Shaptarishi which charms visitors. With lush green surroundings and well-maintained premises, you not just soak yourself in divinity but you literally feel the spiritual aura.

The regular ‘Aartis’ conducted in the temple makes it the most famous temple in Jabalpur. The mesmerizing aarti will give you goosebumps as the atmosphere reverberates with the melodious tunes worshipping Lord Shiva and a sense of positivity is spread around. Maha Shivratri and Makar Sakranti are the two most special and auspicious festivals which are celebrated in great pomp and glory.

Visiting Hours

7 AM & 8 PM, Monday to Sunday.

How to Reach

• By Air: The nearest airport is Dumna Airport in Jabalpur, which is about 20 km from the temple. You can take a local taxi or auto-rickshaw from the airport to reach the temple.
• By Train: Jabalpur Railway Station is the nearest railway station, about 8.7 km from the temple and then hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw to reach the temple from the railway station.
• By Road: Jabalpur is well connected by road, and the National Highway 7 passes through the city. You can hire a cab, auto-rickshaw, or use local bus services to reach the temple.

Highlights

• National Parks: For wildlife enthusiasts, nearby parks like Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Pench offer safari experiences.
• Bhawartal Garden: Enjoy a relaxing evening at this beautiful garden.
• Dumna Nature Reserve: Discover the diverse flora and fauna of this nature reserve.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit the Lord Shiva Statue at Kachnar City is during the Maha Shivaratri festival, which typically falls in February or March. This auspicious Hindu festival celebrates Lord Shiva and draws an enormous gathering of devotees and tourists.