WHAT PEPLE SAY ABOUT PATAL ... BHUBNESHWAR.
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I am impressed with the site that has given so much attention to this cave temple..I have visted it.I have found such cave temples onthe road from ginauti dahi cahtti to dubatta bend uttarkashi too same but smaller with all the shapes..idol worship is a tradition in our country and natural stalagmites and stalacttites lime drops form all thes shapes and bhaktas are drowned in in their shapes..it is a good place to meditate just like the valley road to jageshwar nearby artola almora road to p.b.caves...there are lots of such places and early poet bhaktas have sung eulogies and allegories over it but we as vedic hindus adore such places and give it attention ..limited..which these places incidently deserve..nature is wonderful and vedas celebrate it all but ''Shiva'' is within you when you climb down here or go to panch kedar-tungnath the highest point..same holds true for ice lingam of amarnath..darshan of the point of marvel should remind us of the divine ..not less or more..Caves are there in andhra bora caves..central asia..florida usa and many such places in the world we have not been to..it is the divinity within you all that makes you see the ''shiva'' within reflected onto the natural marvels..Atma shatkam shankara..
- Dr. Hemant Sant, Vadodra, Gujarat
Traveling to Patal Bhuvaneshwar was an amazing trip, both spiritually as well as for adventure and relaxation. Located in the deep and distant hills of Uttarakhand, one has to travel through touch, but beautiful mountains for more than 8 hours. My own tour from Haldwani began in the morning at 8 am. As I drove across the hills, I felt the freshness of the Mother Nature. But after reaching Patal Bhuvaneshwar, I was about to collapse due to the long journey. But still took trouble of going down immediately into the cave the very same day. One step inside the cave relieved me from the exhaustion. The temple priest explicitly narrated me the tales of all Hindu gods and goddesses including Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, the Yugas, the Pandavas, the Airawat, Sheshnag, Hans, Raja Ritupurna, Lord Narsimha and many others. The rock structures are natural yet so precise in explaining the grand stories of our great Hindu mythology. Truly, the essence of the Vedas and the Puranas is here. It is indeed as mysterious as the concept of patal.
- Amit Ghosh, Pune, India
The Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave certainly has strong spiritual vibrations. I have spent hours inside it meditating and offering pujas and making chants. The spiritual energy is highly refreshing. You carry it back home for several days after visiting the cave-temple. I have also lived with the friendly community in the village there and have tasted the local culture.
- Hozumi, Tokyo, Japan
I have spent years between Rishikesh and Haridwar, (though I am from UK). My deep attachment with the Hindu culture, spirituality, religion, the pujas, the Vedas and the Puranas and the spectacular gods and goddesses has had a strong influence on my life. I have also visited Devprayag, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Bhadrinath, Kedarnath, Rudraprayap, Guptakashi...I have visited temples on many mountains and have witnessed the divinity of the Himalayas. But none of these visits were as elevating as the simple visit to Patal Bhuvaneshwar. It seemed as if it covered my pilgrimage in one instance. I seem to have found a direction to know the truth through the Hindu mythology. After visiting the cave, I have now returned back to delve into the magnificent stories of the Hindu mythology.
Sarah Mousley, UK, (presently at Rishikesh)
I am particularly fascinated by the Hans structure inside the Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave. It's difficult to believe that it's natural, but it is and the curse of Lord Brahma could also be felt now after so many centuries. I am deeply interested to know more about the cave as mentioned in the Puranas. I have tried to read through Skandpurana, but could not find anything...wondering which version it is...can anybody help...I have also tried to collect articles and books on Patal Bhuvaneshwar.
Mita Majumdar, Darjeeling, India
I am interested in community tourism and eco-tourism practices, particularly managed by the communities. I have heard about Patal Bhuvaneshwar promoting such practices. But was heavily disappointed on reaching there as there was really nothing to see in this context. The entire place is a trekker's delight. There is wildlife, rivers, rocky mountains, peak views...everything set for an adventure. But poor organization and management. I hope during my next visit, there will be improvement. Cultural tourism should be strongly promoted with the community actively supporting tourists for stay and food arrangement.
Roger Dade, Sydney, Australia
Patal Bhuvaneshwar in Uttarakhand is truly a wonder of nature. Set in a serene environment, amidst the tall and beautiful mountains, it displays the truth of God. The cave depicts the awesome heroes of Hindu mythology, as if they are alive and standing. Lord Narsimha, Sheshnag, Lord Ganesha, Patal Bhairavi, the Hans, Kalbhairav, Lord Shiva are all there in solid natural rock form...in addition to the great tales of Mahabharata, again represented in rock structures...the famous encounter between Lord Hanuman and Bheema, the games of the Pandava brothers, Krishna's Kalpavriksha etc.
-Rajiv Arora, New Delhi, India
...Apart from the Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave, the place also has a magnificent temple, displaying ancient architecture. I was told about another cave in the same village which the villagers use for worship. I was most impressed with the scenic beauty of the place...The Himalayas covering the horizon, the rivers flowing down, the rich forests and the wildlife...
- Biswas, Kolkata, India
...Visiting Patal Bhuvaneshwar is equivalent to visiting the char dhams of Bhadrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri and Gangotri. One of the rock structures inside the cave has the exact replica of the Char Dhams. I was also told by the local guide that there is a secret tunnel inside the cave that runs up to Kashi.
-Sachin Kapur, Mumbai, India
I completed my seventh visit to the cave this year. I am honoured and blessed by Lord Shiva. I have also visited several different caves in India, but nothing as spiritual as Patal Bhuvaneshwar. I hope to continue my visits every year.
Mahesh Kumar, Belgaum, Karnataka
A real splendor of nature. Back in my country, I am still carrying the wonder in my head. There is so much truth to be known about our distant mysterious past, mingled in mythology...Truly one of the best mysteries I have witnessed.
-Carla Jones, New York, United States
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