PITHORAGARH - KAPILESHWAR MAHADEV TEMPLE
KAPILESHWAR MAHADEV TEMPLE
is situated on a picturesque hill above Aincholi village of Pithoragarh. Located in a 10 meter deep cave, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to a legend, Maharishi Kapil Muni, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, had performed penance at this place, hence it came to be known as "Kapileshwar". The figures of Shiva, Surya and Shivling are present on a rock inside this cave. This temple is only 3 km away from the city and this temple offers a breathtaking view of the Himalayan ranges. A grand fair is organized at this temple on the day of Shivratri and vigil is held at night. It is a belief about this temple that the devotee who worships and worships in this temple with a true heart, God fulfills his every wish.
How To Reach
KAPILESHWAR MAHADEV TEMPLE
The Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva situated in Pithoragarh city above Takora and Takari Village. The temple is located in a 10-meter-deep cave, one has to climb more than 200 steps to reach the main temple. Kapileshwar Temple is well connected by with major cities of Uttarakhand. The temple is 6 km from Pithoragarh bus stand.
If you are traveling by road from Delhi, the distance is approximately 498 km. You can find buses and taxis available from ISBT Anand Vihar in Delhi to Pithoragarh. From Pithoragarh, taxis and sharing cabs are available to Kamakhya Devi Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple.
If you prefer to travel by air to reach Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple, the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, located approximately 242 km away. From Pantnagar Airport, you can easily hire taxis that will take you directly to Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple.
If you prefer to travel by train, Tanakpur is the nearest railway station to Temple, situated approximately 148 km away. Once you arrive at Tanakpur railway station, you will find taxis and sharing cabs readily available for hire, facilitating your onward journey to the Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple.