Legends

It is a mythological belief that when Lord Shiva went to the Amarnath cave to tell Parvati the story of his immortality, he left his serpent king, Sheshnag at Anantnag. Sheshnag took human form and settled here, fathering many sons; one of whom was Dansar. An ascetic saint, Baba Dansar was revered by the locals. When demons attacked the area, the people called on Baba Dansar for his help. At this time, Lord Shiva returned and helped to kill the demon. At Baba Dhansar Temple, devotees find a naturally formed Shivling, on which droplets of the waterfall are at a constant pace throughout the year.

The attraction of The Place

Waterfalls: Here is a huge spring emerging from the rocks which leads to several small cascading waterfalls. Finally, it flows into the Holy Rivulet of Banganga to merge with the Chenab River.

Karua Jheel

The temple of Baba Dhansar is considered sacred. However, bathing is not allowed. An annual Dangal (wrestling) competition is also organized here.

Location

Baba Dhansar is located at Karua Jheel (Pond) near the village of Karua

How to Reach

The nearest airport and railway station are Jammu (65 kms). This place has Beyer linked with motor road one can hire cab or taxi from Katra.

Distance Chart

• Distance from Katra: 15 km
• Distance from Reasi: 17 km
• Distance from Jammu: 65 kms