| The Cave Temple at Yana is one of the most popular destinations around there. The temple is known as the shrine of Bhairaveshvara and one needs to walk 3 km into the dense forest before coming across spectacular black limestone jagged rock formations known as the Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and the Mohini Shikhara. At the base of the cave temple lies below these peaks and a 'shivlinga' and a bronze idol of 'Chandika' are enshrined inside the large cave. The Cave temple which is a well-known pilgrim spot is about 2 km trek from the Yana village. Part of the reserved forests of Shimoga district, the Cave Temple can be reached through the dense evergreen forest. The temple is built below rocky cliffs that provide a beautiful view. A large number of devotees offer their prayers here. Water trickles from the rocks above on the Shiva Linga which the devotees call Gangodbhava. A bronzed statue of 'Chandika' an incarnation of Goddess Durga is also found here. Trickling water from the rocks form a small river called 'Chandihole' that joins the Aghanashini River at Uppinapattana. The Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and the Mohini Shikhara or peaks are the main attraction of Yana. These unique rock formations have made Yana a popular destination for pilgrims, trekkers, and nature lovers. | 
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