Paatal Devi Mandir, Shail — Attraction in Uttarakhand

A Sacred and Ancient Abode of Divine Energy

Visiting Patal Devi Mandir in Almora was a deeply spiritual experience. Nestled about 5 km from Almora, this 250-year-old temple carries immense historical and religious significance. Believed to have been built during the Chand dynasty, the temple is a hidden gem with a serene and powerful aura.

The sanctum sanctorum houses ancient idols, and the presence of Maa Patal Devi is said to fulfill the wishes of devotees. Although the sacred Kund (water tank) has dried up now, locals believe its waters once healed skin diseases, adding to the temple’s mystical legacy.

The peaceful surroundings, combined with the temple’s rich history, make it a must-visit for devotees and history enthusiasts alike. The priest, Shri Khajan Chand Pandey, shared fascinating insights about the temple’s past, making the visit even more enriching.

If you’re in Almora, do not miss this divine sanctuary where faith meets history. Jai Maa...

pāṭala devī mandira, Shail Village, Almora. Not to be confused with Patal Bhuvaneshwar underground cave temple (this is not it). A beautiful old mandira, at least 200 years old, likely much older. Still in regular use. As the name implies, this is a devī mandira, with a tiger on the gopura, yet it is nandi who oversees the mandira on the...

This temple is about 5 km from Almora. Temple was built in 17th century. Temple has a different kind of architecture. Temple compound has a water body also but filled with dirty water now earlier its water was used to heal skin disease. Very...