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Kedarnath India
| Location |
Garhwal Region,
Uttaranchal, India. |
| Popular For |
Kedarnath Temple. |
| Climate |
Average Max temp 15°C,
Min Temperature 8°C. |
| Best Time to Visit |
May to October. |
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Kedarnath - the abode of Lord Shiva
Kedarnath, one of the four dhams (sites), is located at an altitude of
3584 metres above sea level. The shrine of Kedarnath is one of the holiest
pilgrimage sites for the Hindus. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, who
is considered the embodiment of all passions love, hatred, fear, death and
mysticism. Kedarnath is the place where a form of the Lord Shiva is
venerated as one of the twelve Jyotirlinga (linga of light). The
picturesque town situated near the head of river Mandakini, is encircled
by breathtaking snow-capped Kedarnath mountain peaks. Kedarnath Shrine is
accessible only by a 14 Km trek from Gaurikund. The horses of palanquins
are available on rent to reach Kedarnath from Gaurikund.
Kedarnath Temple
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Kedarnath Temple is believed to be more than
1,000 years old. The temple built of very large, heavy and evenly cut gray
slab of stones, is an architectural masterpiece. The temple complex has ‘Garbha
Griha’ (for worship) and a Mandap (for assemblies of pilgrims and
visitors). Inside the temple a conical rock formation is worshiped as Lors
Shiva, in his Sadashiva form. The interior of the assembly hall are
decorated, with images of deities and scenes from mythology. A large
statue of the Nandi Bull, stands outside the temple door. Legend goes, the
Pandavas after their success over the Kauravas in the Kurukhestra war,
felt guilty of killing their own brothers and sought the blessing of Lord
Shiva for redemption. Lord Shiva wishes to elude them, and took refuge at
Kedarnath in the form of a bull. Bhima, one of the Pandava brothers, found
him among the cattle herd. On being followed, Shiva dived into the ground,
leaving his hump on the surface, it is the main site of Panch Kedar
temple. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four different
places, which are worshiped as his manifestations. Other four Kedars are
Tunganath, Kalpeshwar, Rudranath and Madhyamaheswar.
What attract Pilgrims
Kedarnath is major pilgrimage centre of Hindus, besides Kedarnath is also
believed to be the site of Shankaracharya’s samadhi (final resting
place). Major attractions are :
Shankaracharya Samadhi : The Samadhi of Adi Guru
Sankracharya lies behind the Kedarnath Temple. According to legend, after
establishing the four dhams in India, Sankracharaya went for his samadhi
at the age of 32 years.
Chorabari (Gandhi Sarovar) : The lake situated 2 Kms
away from Kedarnath, is believed to be the site from where Yudhishthir,
the eldest of the Pandava, departed to heaven. The lake full of floating
ice offers a picturesque sight.
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Vasuki Tal : The picturesque lake
located at a distance of 6 Kms from Kedarnath, provide the
breathtaking view of the Chaukhamba peaks.
Gaurikund : Gaurikuna the trekking base to
Kedarnath (14 Kms), has a temple dedicated to Gauri. The place has hot
and cold water springs, having medicinal value.
Sonprayag : Sonprayag is located at a distance of
20 Kms from Kedarnath, on the confluence of Son Ganga and Mandakini
rivers.
Triyuginarayan : Situated at a distance 25 Kms from
Kedarnath, it is the mythological venue of the marriage of Lord Shiva
and Goddess Parvati.
Guptkashi : Guptakshi, 49 Kms from Kedarnath is
famous for the temples of Ardhnarishwar and Vishwanath.
How to Reach Kedarnath
Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant airport in
Dehradun(251 Kms).
Rail : Nearest railheads are Rishikesh (234 Kms)
and Kotdwar (260 Kms).
Road : Reachable only on foot from Gaurikund (14
Kms), which is connected to Rishikesh, Kotdwar, Dehradun and Haridwar.
Accommodation
The accommodation facilities are available at Private Hotels,
Dharamshalas, Temple Committee Guest House and Tourist Rest House.
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