Uttarakhand's Chhota Amarnath: Baba Barfani's rare darshan in Timmersain cave.

• Timmersain Mahadev Cave in Niti Village, Chamoli, Uttarakhand, is a major spiritual destination known as Chhota Amarnath.
• During winter (December-March), a naturally formed ice Shivling, worshipped as Baba Barfani, appears inside the cave.
• The ice Shivling can grow 2-3 feet tall, attracting thousands of devotees from across India seeking darshan.
• The cave's resemblance to the Amarnath Cave in J&K has contributed to its rising popularity as a pilgrimage spot.
• Located near the Indo-Tibet border in Niti Valley, special permits are required for visitors to access the area.

Why It Matters: A rare ice Shivling makes Uttarakhand's Timmersain cave a major spiritual and tourism draw.