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Know about Kedarnath Dham Yatra

Kedarnath is a renowned ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Kedarnath pilgrimage offers the joy of a devout center and the sizzles of an idyllic tourist spot. Kedarnath is one of the most sacred pilgrimages of Lord Shiva situated in the Rudraprayag district of Garhwal region in Uttarakhand. Kedarnath is one of the Char Dham in Uttarakhand and the most important dham among Panch Kedar. Kedarnath is situated at an altitude of 3586 mts, in the lap of the majestic mountain peaks, and near the head of river Mandakini, Kedarnath range stands one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

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History of Kedarnath

A serene place that is closely associated with the mighty Pandavas, upholds a beautiful legend of its own. The historical name of this region is “Kedar Khand” and the legend says, the Pandavas from the epic Mahabharata, after having defeated the Kauravas, felt guilty for having killed so many people and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. The Lord eluded them repeatedly and took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull. The Lord dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface at Kedarnath. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms of the Lord appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madmaheshwar, and his locks (hair) at Kalpeshwar.

How to Reach Kedarnath Temple

Route from Haridwar

Haridwar – Rishikesh-Devprayag – Srinagar – Rudraprayag – Tilwara – Agastamuni – Kund – Guptkashi – Phata – Rampur – Sonprayag – Gaurikund – Trek to Kedarnath

  • Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant (238 km) which is located at Dehradun.
  • Train: Nearest railway station to reach is Rishikesh railway station about 210 km from Gaurikund
  • Road: Gaurikund is connected by motorable roads, and buses and taxis from important destinations like Rishikesh, Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Tehri, Pauri, and Chamoli are easily available.

To visit this temple there is a trek route of 21 km from Gaurikund. However, the temple can also be visited by helicopter ride which starts from Phata. MokshaRoutes can help you solve all your problems. For more information and to make your travel more memorable, visit www.MokshaRoutes.com

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Places to Explore Near Kedarnath Temple

  • Shankaracharya Samadhi
  • Bhairavnath Temple
  • Gaurikund
  • Sonprayag
  • Triyuginarayan Temple
  • Chorabari Tal
  • Guptakshi
  • Ukhimath
  • Tungnath Temple

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FAQ's of Kedarnath

  • Q1:What is the Kedarnath Dham's History?
    Ans: Legend has it that the Pandavas sought out Lord Shiva to appease him by making up for the murder of their own brothers, the Kauravs, in the Mahabharath story. When Lord Shiva refused to pardon them, he assumed the appearance of a bull and tried to disappear, but the Pandavas were able to identify him. Then Lord Shiva tries to disappear into the earth, but Bhima seizes the bull's horn and convinces Lord Shiva to pardon them. The bull hemp is depicted in the same place where the Pandavas built the Kedarnath temple. Along with Kedarnath, the bull's other parts can be seen at four other places known as Panch Kedar.
  • Q2:How Can I Easily Visit Kedarnath?
    Ans: From Haridwar or Delhi, one can go by bus to Sonprayag or Guptkashi and then travel to Kedarnath Dham. A shared cab service is offered from Sonprayag to Gaurikund. From Gaurikund, it would take 21 kilometers to hike to Kedarnath Dham. Additionally, there is a helicopter service to Kedarnath Dham from Sersi, Pahata, and Guptkashi. Moksharoutes can help you to find the best Kedarnath helicopter package.
  • Q3: What is the best season/weather to visit Kedarnath Dham?
    Ans: September to November is the best season/weather to visit Kedarnath Temple. While May to June is a good month for travel, Kedarnath temple is bustling during this period. This makes it difficult to get darshan without being surrounded by people. You can visit Kedarnath Dham in September or October to avoid heavy traffic.
  • Q4:How Reliable is the mobile internet in Kedarnath Dham?
    Ans: In Kedarnath Temple, there is decent mobile Internet connectivity thanks to BSNL and Airtel telecom services.
  • Q.5: Can I complete Kedarnath Darshan by Helicopter in one day?
    Ans: Yes, you can complete Kedarnath Darshan by Helicopter in one day.
  • Q6: Is Doli or Horse-Riding Facility available in Kedarnath?
    Ans: Yes, pilgrims can enjoy the facility of a Doli or Horse riding facility in Kedarnath.
  • Q6: Can I return to Gaurikund from Kedarnath at night?
    Ans: No, you can’t return to Gaurikund from Kedarnath at night as the roads are pitted and bumpy which makes it difficult to travel during the night time.
  • Q:7 Different Seasons in Kedarnath.
    Ans: Summer(May to June) The weather is pleasant and relaxed during the summer months. Summer is the best time to visit temples and do other sightseeing. The normal temperature is about 17 degrees Celsius. Monsoon(July to August) There are occasional rains, and temperatures drop to 12 degrees Celsius. Many devotees and trackers visit Kedarnath during monsoon to witness occasional landslides. Autumn(September to October) Autumn is a time when the weather is pleasant and the scenery becomes more scenic after the monsoons. One of the times to visit. Winter(November to April) In winter Kedarnath area sees heavy snowfall. This causes locals to move out of their towns and temples for six months.