Patal Bhuvaneshwar

SummerWinter
Type
Temple / Spiritual
District
Pithoragarh
Location
Pithoragarh District, near Gangolihat
Why it matters
A vast underground limestone cave believed in mythology to house all 33 crore Hindu deities, with rock formations said to depict Shiva's locks and the four ages of time.

A mysterious limestone cave temple you descend into through narrow passages, with a priest guiding visitors past ancient stalactite and stalagmite formations linked to Hindu mythology.

What to carry

  • Old clothes (cave walls are damp)
  • Flat-soled non-slip shoes
  • Torch/phone flashlight
  • Small entry fee cash
  • Avoid heavy monsoon visits
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