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Patal Bhuvaneshwar is located in Gangolihaat tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is one of the most sacred tourist places in Uttarakhand. The nearest small town is Berinag, approximately 14 km away, while the district headquarters of Pithoragarh lies about 90 km to the east. The cave temple sits at the end of a roughly 1-km trail through thick forest from the main road.

Route 1: From Delhi (The Most Popular Route)

Total Distance: Approximately 490–510 km 

Estimated Travel Time: 13–16 hour

This quiet temple sits inside a natural cave, just 3 kilometers from Pithoragarh town. It is placed gently on a hill above Soar Valley and is known for its deep spiritual feel. This Pithoragarh temple is named after Sage Kapil Muni, who is believed to have meditated here.

You need to climb more than 200 steps to reach this place. But the view along the way makes the walk feel light. Once you step inside the cool dark cave, everything becomes still. The main naturally formed Shiva Linga, and the s