Kedarnath is a town , located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttrakhand and is famous for Kedarnath Temple. It is one of the most paramount locations for worshipers of Shiva. The name "Kedarnath" means "the lord of the field”. According to mythology the temple was built by the Pandavas and revived by Adi Sankaracharya. The air here appears to be resonating with the name of Lord Shiva. The temple is situated at an amazing location , near the source of the Mandakini River. Kedarnath temple is regarded as one of the 12 Jyotirlings , the lingam at Kedarnath is amazingly pyramidal , unlike its usual form. Kedarnath is the highest situated temple of the lord Shiva at the height of 3 ,584 meters.
The Kedarnath Dham is accessible from all the major destination of Uttrakhand , the nearest motor able road passes through Gaurikund and the nearest railway station is Dehradun. You can take taxi or cab in order to reach Gaurikund. After Gaurikund , one needs to take a 14 Km trek towards Kedarnath Temple as no motarable road available , but Ponies and palanquins are easily available for those who can’t walk this 14 Km stretch.
Though the journey towards Kedarnath Temple is hard , but it is well compensated with the spiritual and breathtaking atmosphere which is created by serene , tranquil , and splendid beauty of the region. On reaching to the temple you will see the perfect setting of Kedarnath peak behind the holy land of lord Shiva.
If you are planning to visit Kedarnath , then you must be fighting with the thought that when to visit or the best time to visit the Kedarnath. The place is located in the Himalayan region , so there is cold for the most part of the year , however May to June and September to October are the best time to visit Kedarnath. And if we talk about other part of the year , then the place is covered with humongous snow , heavy snow fall in winters , and landslide in monsoon makes the terrain risky , hence it is better to avoid visiting the place in harsh climate.
Best places to visit in Kedarnath include Kedarnath Temple- one of the 12 Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva , Gandhi Sarovar- a beautiful lake with crystal clear water situated at the foothill of Kedarnath peak , Bhairav temple- the temple is situated at a distance of 500 m on a hillock toward northern side of Kedarnath temple. Some other pilgrimage sites around the Kedarnath temple are Tunganath Temple , Rudranath temple , Madhyamaheshwar Temple , Kapleshwar temple , Gaurikund , Triyuginarayan , Guptakshi , Agastmuni , etc. Kedarnath is mainly a pilgrimage destination , but at the same time the place also offers adventurous experiences as well. In addition to the above said places Kedarnath is also a place for adventure seekers. Some of the places that can attract you if you like adventurous activities are Mayali Pass Trek , Vasuki Tal , Sonprayag , Chandrashila , Deoria Tal. Most of the Tals (Lake) are Mountain Lake and formed by melting glaciers.
Kedarnath is a Hindu pilgrimage which is surrounded by mountain peak. Trekking and rock climbing are two foremost activities that one can take up here. One can take a trek to Kedarnath temple or Chandrashila Peak. The other best things to do in Kedarnath region are sightseeing , meditation at Vasuki Lake , witness the beauty of setting sun from Sun Set Point and many more.
Though there are not many stores and markets in Kedarnath , but still you can find small shops selling religious souvenirs like Lord Shiva Picture , various types of crystals , Knick-Knacks , precious stones , Tulsi beads and more. Tilwada Bazaar- a street market can satisfy the desire of shopaholic people up to some extent.
Popular themes for Kedarnath are- Kedarnath Family Tour , Kedarnath Sightseeing , Kedarnath Trek , Kedarnath via Haridwar , Badrinath-Kedarnath Tour. People pay their visit to worship Lord Shiva and spend their some time while meditating in the beautiful valley of Kedarnath Dham.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Kedarnath ?
The best time to visit Kedarnath is May to June during summer and September to October during post monsoon. The weather is pleasant and there is a humongous movement of devotees for pilgrimage.
How to reach Kedarnath ?
In order to reach Kedarnath, one has to take up the 14 Km trek from Gaurikund as the path is not motorable after Gaurikund. But one can reach the Gaurikund from the different part of the country by air, rail, and road.By Air- Joly Grant airport is the nearest airport from Kedarnath at a distance of 238 Km. The airport is connected to Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Thiruvananthpuram. By Rail- Rishikesh Railway Station is the nearest railway station from Kedarnath, at a distance of 216 Km which is connected to major cities and towns of the country.By Road-Gaurikund is the nearest motorable area from Kedarnath. There are inter and intra state bus services that runs around it. You can also reach there by taxi, cab or by your own vehicle.
What is Kedarnath famous for ?
The Kedarnath is famous for Lord Shiva Temple, which is one among the 12 Jyotirlings. Further it is also one among the chardham shrines, and famous for its scenic beauty, beautiful Himalayan Mountains and various water stream coming out from majestic glaciers.
What are the things to do in Kedarnath ?
One can go for various things to do in Kedarnath , starting from trekking, sightseeing, river rafting, and meditation. You can also enjoy the diversity of Kedarnath wildlife Sanctuary on your Kedarnath Tour. Camping is also available at the some places for those who love stargazing in a tented accommodation before going to sleep.
How many days should I plan for Kedarnath ?
You can plan for a week in order to explore the places in and around Kedarnath.
