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Kedarnath
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  • STD Code:01364
  • Languages Spoken:Hindi, Sanskrit and Garhwali
  • Major Festivals:Badri-Kedar Festival, Shravani Annakoot Mela and Samadhi Puja
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Top 18 places to visit in Kedarnath

Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi Pilgrimage
Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi

Adi Shankaracharya was a Hindu philosopher and theologian. He got recognition for...

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Agastyamuni Temple Pilgrimage
Agastyamuni Temple

Augustmuni is a tiny town in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district. The famed Rishi...

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Chandrashila Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Nature & Park
Chandrashila

Chandrashila stands proudly at 4,000 meters (13,000 feet) above sea level. Many...

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Chorabari Tal Lake & Backwater | Nature & Park
Chorabari Tal

Chorabari Tal is a lovely natural lake about 3 kilometers from Kedarnath. Chorabari...

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Deoria Taal Adventure / Trekking | Lake & Backwater
Deoria Taal

Deoria Tal, also known as Devariya Tal, is a beautiful lake near Chopta. This...

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Gaurikund Adventure / Trekking | Pilgrimage
Gaurikund

Gaurikund is the starting point for travelers to reach Kedarnath. The town is 6.502...

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Guptkashi Adventure / Trekking | city | Pilgrimage
Guptkashi

The temple town of Guptkashi is 47 kilometers from the holy town of Kedarnath....

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Kedarnath Temple Hill Station | Nature & Park | Pilgrimage
Kedarnath Temple

Kedarnath hamlet is in the breathtaking Garhwal Himalayas, one of India's most...

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Madhyamaheshwar Adventure / Trekking | Pilgrimage
Madhyamaheshwar

The snow-capped Himalayas mystically surround Madhyamaheshwar on one side, beautiful...

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Mayali Pass Trek Adventure / Trekking
Mayali Pass Trek

The exciting Mayali Pass Trek allows you to explore large sections of the Indian...

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Shree Kalpeshwar Temple Adventure / Trekking | Pilgrimage
Shree Kalpeshwar Temple

Kalpeshwar is the fifth and last temple in the Panch Kedar pilgrimage circuit, and it...

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Shri Bhairavnath Temple Pilgrimage
Shri Bhairavnath Temple

Bhairon Baba Mandir is another name for Bhairavnath Temple. It is on the eastern hill...

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Sonprayag Pilgrimage
Sonprayag

Sonprayag is located in the Rudraprayag area of Uttarakhand, India. It is significant...

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Sri Rudranath Temple Adventure / Trekking | Pilgrimage
Sri Rudranath Temple

Rudranath, Lord Shiva's highly respected temple, is pleasantly ornamented in the...

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Triyuginarayan Temple Pilgrimage
Triyuginarayan Temple

Triyuginarayan Temple is a well-known Hindu pilgrimage in Uttarakhand's...

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Tungnath Temple Pilgrimage
Tungnath Temple

Tungnath is one of the Panch Kedar temples and, at 3,680 meters above sea level, is...

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Ukhimath city | Pilgrimage
Ukhimath

Ukhimath is located in the Rudraprayag region of Uttarakhand at an elevation of 1317...

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Vasuki Tal Hill Station | Lake & Backwater
Vasuki Tal

Vasuki Tal, also known as Vasuki Taal, is a high-glacial lake in Kedarnath Dham,...

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Kedarnath is in Uttarakhand and is one of the greatest pilgrimages in north India. At 3,584 m above sea level, it is close to the beginning of the Mandakini River. Kedarnath is one of the four main sites in India's Chota Char Dham trek. The other three are Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. It is a popular place for Hindus to visit. There are four Char Dham sites, but this one is the farthest away. Beautiful snow-capped hills surround it. The trip to Kedarnath, which is famous for the old Shiva Temple, is very exciting.

Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi

Adi Shankaracharya's holy resting place is right behind the famous Kedarnath Temple. Many people believe that he was a great saint who established the four sacred dhams in India, which are important places for Hindu PILGRIMS TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH. People say that this famous Hindu guru reached nirvana at the incredibly young age of 32 and then became one with the land he walked on. The Shankaracharya Samadhi in Kedarnath is a major tourist destination that draws tens of thousands of pilgrims every year.

Agastya Muni Temple

Agastya Muni is a holy town in Uttarakhand. It is on the banks of the River Mandakini. At an elevation of 1000 meters above sea level, the Agastya Muni Temple, dedicated to Maharshi Priya Ranjan, makes the town famous. It is thought that the sage Agastya stayed there for almost a year. Locals call the temple Agasteshwar Mahadev, and it features beautiful paintings of Hindu gods on its walls. KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES often include this significant site for pilgrims.

Chandrashila

One of the most famous treks in India is the Chopta Chandrashila Trek, which begins from the quaint town of Tungnath in the western Indian state of Uttarakhand. The town is at a height of 2680 meters. It has a spectacular view, surrounded by evergreen forests of pine, deodar, and rhododendrons. It is one of the easier treks that you can find in the Himalayas; therefore, people who are going on a trip for the very first time should try this trek. The trek covers a vast range from Haridwar all the way to Chandrashila, which ends there. It is one of the best PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH.

Chorabari Tal

Chorabari Tal, also called Gandhi Tal, is a beautiful lake formed by the Chorabari Bamak glacier. The Tal is a small lake with very clear water. This lake is 3,900 meters above sea level and is at the base of Kedarnath and Kirthi Stambh peaks. It has stunning views of the Himalayan hills all around. Beginning at the iron bridge of Kedarnath, the 3 km hike ends at Gandhi Sarovar. It's a nice, easy walk-through grassy area. On the way to this lake, you will find a beautiful waterfall called Madhu Ganga, which tour operators can include in KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES for trekkers and nature lovers.

Deoria Taal

Deoria Tal is a lovely mountain lake in Uttarakhand, close to the town of Saari. It is 2438 m above sea level and is about a 3 km hike uphill from Saari on the road between Ukhimath and Chopta. It is a well-known place to go trekking near Badrinath and one of the best PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH. Thick woods surround the lake, and the mighty Chau Khamba peak can be seen reflected in the lake's clear water. It's in the Nanda Devi Biodiversity Park and is home to many colourful birds and animals.

Gaurikund

In Gupta Kashi, Gaurikund is famous for being the place where the Kedarnath Yatra starts and ends. People rightly believe that Gaurikund, which is on the banks of the River Mandakini, is the way to faith and salvation. The Gaurikund Temple and Gauri Lake are two of the most famous sites in the area. They are about 2,000 meters above sea level. Many KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES include this sacred destination as a key stop.

Guptkashi

It takes 47 km to get from the holy town of Kedarnath to the temple town of Gupta Kashi. At an elevation of 1319 m above sea level, Gupta Kashi lies surrounded by the beautiful Chau Khamba mountains, which have snow-covered peaks. It is home to two ancient temples: the Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the Ardhnareshwar Temple. Another famous place to visit in the town is Manikarnika Kund. Gupta Kashi is a great stop on the way to Kedarnath and one of the key PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH.

Kedarnath Temple

One of the holiest Hindu pilgrimages in India is Kedarnath, which is also one of the most sacred sites. As part of the Chhota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India that are sacred to Lord Shiva. You can only reach Kedarnath Temple by trekking from Gaurikund, which is located in the Rudraprayag District and the Garhwal Himalayan Range. It is only open from April to November because of heavy rain in the area during the other months. KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES make it easier for pilgrims to plan their visits within these months.

Madhyamaheshwar

There are many secrets in the small town of Madhyamaheshwar, which is also blessed with lots of natural beauty. At dusk, the entire hamlet converges to pray at the legendary Madhyamaheshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Countless tourists come here to pray, too. This cute little town gives an old-worldly feel, with small huts and villages, each having its own culture and customs. It is very beautiful, and the snow-covered Himalayas, wide alpine meadows, and dense woods make it even more so, making it one of the most serene PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH.

Mayali Pass Trek

Mayali Pass is 5300 m above sea level in Bhilangana Valley. It has great views of Masar Tal and Vasuki Tal. There are a lot of people who love to hike in Uttarakhand, and Mayali Pass is one of their favourite spots. Earlier, the pilgrims used this track to go from Gangotri to Kedarnath. The Mayali Pass Walk commences from Ghuttu and follows the Bhilangana valley. This trek from Ghuttu to Gaurikund via Mayali Pass Walk is not too difficult and not too easy. Again, this trek finds its place in most adventures for the KEDARNATH PILGRIMAGE TOUR PACKAGES.

Shree Kalpeshwar Temple

This temple, called Kalpnath or Kalpeshwar, is in the Garhwal Himalayas and is a symbol of faith, peace, and divine harmony. This holy place is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is part of the Panch Kedar pilgrimage route. It offers a spiritual journey through beautiful scenery to both pilgrims and nature lovers, making it one of the sacred PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH. Kalpanath is the last and fifth Kedar in the Panch Kedar. It is where the hair of Lord Shiva is worshipped.

Shri Bhairavnath Temple

The Bhairavnath Temple is 500 m to the south of the Kedarnath Temple. It is dedicated to Lord Bhairav, a very important Hindu god. In addition to being on top of a hill, it has stunning views of the Himalayas and the Kedarnath valley below. The temple is even more important because Lord Bhairav is thought to be Lord Shiva's main gana. The temple's god is also called Kshetrapal, which means "guardian of the region." He uses a Trishul as a weapon and a dog as a car. Many KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES include this temple as a key destination for pilgrims.

Son Prayag

Son Prayag is in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It is a very important place for religion because it is where the holy rivers Basuki and Mandakini meet. This peaceful hamlet is in the beautiful Himalayas and is the starting point for pilgrims going on the sacred Char Dham Yatra, which includes the holy sites of Kedarnath and Badrinath. It is also one of the most peaceful PLACES IN KEDARNATH.

Sri Rudranath Temple Kedarnath

Rudraprayag Temple is a shrine to Lord Shiva. It flows under the confluence of Rivers Mandakini and Alaknanda. Others also hold that when Lord Narad was born as Lord Rudra, he was blessed by Lord Shiva here. At that time, Narad was also able to worship Lord Rudra and realized the playing of music. KEDARNATH PACKAGES always have the pilgrimage circuit tour to Rudranath Temple.

Triyuginarayan Temple

A well-known Hindu shrine called Triyuginarayan is in the Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand. The popular visitor spot is 1,980 meters above sea level, and its Triyuginarayan Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, maybe its most famous feature. One thing that makes the temple special is that people can honor Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva, and Goddess Parvathi all in one place, making it one of the unique PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH.

Tungnath Temple

The world's tallest Shiva temple, the Tungnath Temple, is located in India. It is at an elevation of 3680 meters in the beautiful mountains of Tungnath in the Rudraprayag District. It is one of the Panch Kedars and dates back nearly a thousand years. Arjuna, the third Pandava brother, laid the foundations for this temple. The building style is North Indian, and there are twelve shrines to other gods all around the temple. KEDARNATH TOUR PACKAGES often include visits to Tungnath Temple due to its religious significance.

Ukhimath

Ukhimath is famous for the Lord Shiva Temple, which is where the Lord lives in the winter when Kedarnath is closed. Additionally, it is famous as the "winter Kedarnath." Besides, Ukhimath is a very beautiful hill town with great views of the Himalayas. In particular, this hill town lies in the lower hills of Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district at an elevation of 1300 meters. Consequently, it attracts tourists as well as religious people from all over the state and the country, making it one of the key PLACES TO VISIT IN KEDARNATH.

Vasuki Tal Kedarnath

The beautiful Himalayas circle Vasuki Tal, an untouched alpine lake close to Kedarnath. This high-altitude lake is at about 4,135 meters or 13,566 feet above sea level, four and a half kilometres from Phata. Its crystal-clear waters with absolutely tranquil surroundings attract pilgrims and trekkers alike. As the celestial snake Vasuki, Vasuki Tal was named after him. Charming scenes of tall mountains surround it, offering precious views of the Garhwal Himalayas. This is why the KEDARNATH TRAVEL PACKAGES are also extended to its customers so they can enjoy either adventurous or serene moments.

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