Shivlinga at Kardo Hills

The Shivlinga at Kardo Hills is a natural rock formation worshipped as Lord Shiva located in Kardo Forest near Ziro in Lower Subansiri district, Arunachal Pradesh. Discovered in 2004, the formation measures about 25 feet in height and 22 feet in circumference and is considered the largest natural Shivlinga discovered in India. Set amid dense forest, it is a significant pilgrimage site attracting devotees and visitors to Ziro Valley.

Visitors can expect a short forest trek from Kardo village to reach a large natural rock Shivlinga situated amid dense forest in Kardo Hills. The site features the tall natural formation with a small shrine area where devotees offer prayers. Surroundings are forested and hilly with natural trails, offering a quiet pilgrimage and nature experience near Ziro Valley.

The natural Shivlinga was discovered in 2004 by a woodcutter named Nach Putung while cutting trees in Kardo Forest. The formation was identified as a natural Shivlinga and has since been revered and developed as a pilgrimage site, with a temple structure later established around it.

The site is revered as a natural manifestation of Lord Shiva and is an important Hindu pilgrimage destination in Arunachal Pradesh. It attracts devotees from across the region, especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan month, for prayers and offerings.