Pawa Waterfall of MP

Pawa Waterfall

Pawa waterfalls are located in the Pohri district of the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. They lie at a distance of 40 kilometers from Shivgiri. Shivgiri has been named after Lord Shiva of Hindu mythology, as several tales are believed to have taken place in this area, by Shiva. The Pawa waterfalls also descend near a majestic statue of Lord Shiva. The Pawa waterfalls drop into a tank, called the PawaKund, whose depth is about 500 feet. The late months of October to March are suitable for the best view of these falls. The falls originate from the River Pawa and hence named after it.

The Shiva Temple A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is also located near the Pawa Falls, narrating the events that happened there during mythological times. The nearest area inhabited near the Pawa cascade is Shivpuri. The Pawa waterfall is surrounded by low lying hills and greenery, created by the jungles around. These falls have a religious importance attached to them, due to the presence of the Shiva statue in the area. People also visit this location for worshipping the statue of the Lord. According to the local myths, the desires of those visiting this place are fulfilled here. The place is also suitable for recreational activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling. However, only skilled divers with their own personal equipment should attempt at these activities, as there is no facility to provide for the required things near the fall.