Jayanti also features a stalactite cave known as the Mahakal cave. There is also a Mahakaal Temple in three adjacent caves. In the first cave there are idols of the Brahma-Vishnu-Maheshwar trinity, in the second there is one of Lord Shiva, and in the third, that of goddess Mahakali. The occasion of Shivaratri is celebrated each year with great fervour.
The stalactite cave of Mahakal is a popular pilgrimage destination of the Hindus. Located near Bhutan border this cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is a popular sightseeing destination of Jayanti. To reach Mahakal cave one has to trek through forested hills for nearly one and a half hour. The journey is not at all tough and tourists visiting Jayanti should definitely visit this cave temple. Apart from the pilgrimage point of view, the whole journey is a chance to enjoy the beauty of nature so closely.
Though chances of viewing wild animals are rare but one is guaranteed of hearing the chirping of unknown birds and butterflies of varied colours as well. During Shivaratri a large fair is held at the place and locals as well as tourists throng the place in large number.
