Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple is a famous temple located in Pithoragarh. This temple is situated on a delightful hill on the Ancholi village of Pithoragarh. Situated in about 10 meters deep cave, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to legend, at this place, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Maharishi Kapil Muni had austerity, that is why it is known as "Kapileshwar". Inside the cave, there are shapes of Shiva, Sun and Shivalinga on a rock are present. To reach the main temple, there are more than about 200 stairs to climb. There is an idol installed here. The legend of that statue is such that, was a cow in the village near this area give milk on that idol every day, but one day the cow's owner suddenly seen the cow is giving milk on idol, and he broke the statue in anger. On the next day go there a cave appeared, it is believed that there is a tunnel attached to the cave, from where there is a great view of "Sor Valley" i.e. "Pithoragarh" appears. On the day of Shivratri, a grand fair is organized on this temple and awakening in the night. During the trip to Pithoragarh, tourists visit in this holy temple. Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple is one of the main religious centres of attraction in Pithoragarh.
How To Reach Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple
By Air
The nearest airport of Pithoragarh is Pantnagar, which is about 213 km from Pithoragarh.
By Train
The nearest railway station of Pithoragarh is Tanakpur, which is about 149 km from Pithoragarh.
By Road
Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple is located at a distance of about 3 km from Pithoragarh.
Best Time To Visit
The journey of Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
