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Kedarnath is one of the most sacred Hindu temples as it is a part of Chhota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. The temple is the highest among the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. This abode of Lord Shiva can only be reached from Gaurikund through a trek and remains closed for the six months of winters due to heavy snowfall. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector, and the destroyer, and its believed that a journey to this sacred land opens up doorways to "Moksha" or salvation.
Located on the Garhwal Himalayan Range in the Rudraprayag District, the Kedarnath Temple is situated at the height of 3,583 metres. Set amidst the snow-clad mountains near Chorabari Glacier with Mandakini River flowing in front of it, Kedarnath witnesses lakhs of devotees every year due to its religious significance.
The present Kedarnath Temple is believed to be re-constructed by Adi Shankaracharya, initially built by the Pandavas thousand years ago from enormous stone slabs over a large rectangular dais.
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Gaurikund-Kedarnath/Kedarnath-Gaurikund Charges
Type of Ride | One Way | Round Trip |
Dandi (Palanquin) | INR 3,950-5,050 (0-90 kg) | INR 7,950-8,950 (0-90kg) |
Kandi | INR 5,80-1,400 (0-50 kg) | INR 1,500-3,350 (0-50 kg) |
Pony | -- | INR 1,100-1,400 |
Kedarnath has an unparallel beauty, surrounded by snowy peaks. It is one of the holiest pilgrims in North India and amongst the four Dhams.
Cold throughout the year. As it is placed at a high altitude, one has to trek 16 km which may be difficult for some.
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