About Kapileshwara Temple
Being famously known as “Kasi of South”, Kapileshwara Temple is an important temple in Belgaum. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and major crowd puller in Belgaum. The main sanctum sanctorum has a flat Peetham over which Lord Shiva is incarnated as Shiv Ling. This temple was established by Kitturu Chanamlappa Shivalingappa in 1710. Inside the premise of temple there are shrines for Guru Datt, Shri Saibaba, Ganesha and Navgrahas. The Shiv Ling of Kapileshwara Temple of Belgaum is one among 12 Jyotirlings. The footfalls of devotees will be high during Shravan and Mahashivratri.
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Places to Visit near Kapileshwara Temple
Belgaum Fort, Karnataka
2.3 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Belgaum Fort, one of the oldest Forts in Karanataka was established in 13th century by Ratta Dynasty. Original fort was built using mud and stone....
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Rakaskop, Karnataka
17.8 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Some 16 km away from Belgaum, located the Rakaskop which means “Village of Demon”. As per legend, villagers believe that a demon lived in the...
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Nersa, Karnataka
*18.4 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Nersa is a small village in the forest of Londa and is rich in the medicinal plants and bio diversity. Perfect place to trek to Kongla, Jamgoan...
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Varapoha Falls, Karnataka
30.2 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Amidst of Jamboti Forest, in Belgaum district is located the Varapoha Falls. This waterfall is located on the banks of Mandovi River. Mandovi...
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Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
48 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
The peerless blend of nature and adventure provides Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary an adventurous tourist spot reputation. The adventure lovers will...
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Kitturu, Karnataka
48.3 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Kitturu has more historical significance in Belgaum district. The village, which was ruled by Rani Chennamma, played most vital role in...
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Hidkal Dam, Karnataka
53.7 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Hidkal Dam was built across the Ghataprabha River of Hukkeri of Belgaum District. The dam is not only an enthralling picnic spot but also attracts...
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Gokak Waterfalls, Karnataka
57.7 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Located in Gokak of Belgaum District, Gokak waterfall is located in the Ghataprabha River. After reaching Gokak travel another six kilometers to...
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Chorla Ghat, Goa
58 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Surrounded by three states Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka, Chorla Ghat is an enthralling hillock. A lot of endangered and rare species of fauna...
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Cola Beach, Goa
*65.6 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Cola Beach is one of those truly hidden gems of Goa. It is an uninhabited beach in South Goa, and there are few signs that take you off the beaten...
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Amboli, Maharashtra
69.6 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Amboli is a pristine and serene hillock which lies just at the Maharashtra border. Being part of Sahyadri Ranges, the hillock has fair fauna and...
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Oyster Rock Lighthouse, Karnataka
*77.5 km from Kapileshwara Temple - See map
Near Karwar Beach there is a Island termed as “Oyster Rock”. British built a lighthouse atop this Island in 1860s. The lighthouse started its...
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