Kedarnath

The holiest of Shiva's shrines is likened to gold among base metals so that every pilgrim finds peace here, and it is said that devotees who die here become one with Shiva himself.

The temple of Kedarnath, located at a height of 3,581 mts, stand at the head of the Mandakini river, with Kedarnath peak keeping vigil above it. The temple is dedicated to the Sadasiva or invisible form of Shiva, and is represented by a natural rock formation. Beyond the temple is the highway to heaven, called Mahapanth. More infomation on Kedarnath

General Information Kedarnath

Nearest Airport : Jolly Grant 251 Km in Dehradun

Nearest Rail : Rishikesh 237 Km.

Accommodation : Tourist Rest House, Temple Committee Guest, Private Hotels, lodges and DharamShalas are available.

Nearby Places : Sankaracharya Samadhi, Basuki Tal,
Kund, Bhukund Bhairav,
Chorabari Tal( Gandhi Sarovar )

List of Panch Kedars

Kedarnath

Kedarnath

The holiest of Shiva's shrines is likened to gold among base metals so that every pilgrim finds peace here, and it is said that devotees... read more »
Madhyamaheshwar

Madhyamaheshwar

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Tungnath

Tungnath

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Rudranath

Rudranath

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Kalpeshwar

Kalpeshwar

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