Top 10 Tourist Attractions In Kedarnath

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Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Kedarnath
Being one of the greatest religious places in
India and the world, Uttarakhand and Kedarnath
Trip has to offer a mythical story for every
spot. Whether as someone who believes in God or
someone who believes in taking on a new
adventure every day of their life, this holy
town is a must visit for all. Lets take a look
at some of the best spots you dont want to miss
in the land of Kedarnath. Kedarnath
Temple Location Garhwal Himalyan Range, near
Mandakini River Opening Timings Daily from 4 am
to 9 pm, April to November Dedicated to Hindu
Lord Shiva, the historic relevance of the
Kedarnath Temple dates back to the Hindu epic
Mahabharat. It is believed that after defeating
their cousins, Pandavas built this temple to
atone for the sins they committed in the war.
Known for the intricate architecture and carved
idols of various Hindu deities, this temple is
considered one of the most holy temples by Hindus.
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You should especially visit the peak of Kedarnath
and Bhairava Temple to get the full experience
of this majestic beauty.
Gauri Kund Location 6502 feet above mean sea
level, Garhwal Himalayas Opening Timings Daily
from April to November A reincarnation of Sati,
Parvati wished to marry Lord Shiva just like her
past self but Shiva refused, fearing that she
would meet the same fate Sati did. That is when
Parvati committed to asceticism just like Shiva
and won over his affections with her dedication.
Gauri Kund is the place where Parvati lived
during her tapasya and where Lord Shiva
confessed his love for her. Hot springs were
constructed in Gauri Kund where you can take a
dip. Several historical images are inscribed on
the walls of these temples that make it worth a
visit. Sonprayag Location Rudraprayag district
of Uttarakhand Opening Timings Daily from May to
October
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Lying at the junction of Basuki and Mandakini
rivers, Sonprayag is covered with snowcapped
peaks and surrounded by lush green valley. It is
believed in the Hindu religion that taking a dip
in the prayags will lead to attainment of
moksha. This splendid village is visited in
large numbers due to its enthralling view and
religious significance. Sonprayag is only open
from May to October. It remains closed for 6
months of the year due to unfavorable weather so,
keep that in mind while planning for your Trip
to Kedarnath Chorabari Tal Location 3 Kms from
Kedarnath Opening Timings September to November
April to June In mythology, Chorabari Tal is
the place where Lord Shiva imparted the
knowledge of Yoga to the Saptrishis. In 1984 this
place became even more significant when Mahatma
Gandhis ashes were immersed here, also giving
it the name of Gandhi Sarovar. Chorbari Tal, a
small lake with crystal clear water offers a
glorious view of the Himalayan peaks. It was
formed from Chorabari Bamak glacier. Tourists
love to visit this lake for the purpose of
trekking, its view as well as the waterfall
enroute. Kedarnath tour package is offering
trekking by which you can enjoy the nature along
the way. Vasuki Tal Location 8 Km from
Kedarnath Opening Timings Daily from May to
October Named after the snake of Lord Shiva,
Vasuki Tal is most famous for Brahma Kamal, a
rare species of flowers that is found there. It
is believed that Lord Shiva took bath in this
lake making it sacred. The clear lake and the
glaciers surrounding it offer a wonderful
view. Theres no vegetation in this region but
you can see Chaukhamba Peaks and other Himalyan
Peaks from here. It is a great camping spot for
people who enjoy majestic views and the quiet of
the nature. During winters the lake completely
freezes due to the cold.
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Triyuginarayan Temple Location Rudraprayag
District, Uttarakhand Opening Timings Said to
be built by Adi Shankaracharya, this temple is
believed to be the spot where Lord Shiva and
Goddess Parvati tied the knot. Witnessed by
various celestial being including Lord Vishnu
they joined in matrimony for an eternity. Brahma
Shilla situated in front of the temple is
believed to be the exact spot of their union. An
eternal flame inside the temple is believed to
burning since then. Devotees who visit this
temple take the ashes from this fire in the form
of a blessing. There are various sacred kunds or
ponds situated near the temple you can
visit. Satopanth Location Gangotri Region,
Garhwal Himalayas Opening Timings Summers post
monsoon The name Satopanth literally means the
true path to heaven. As the second highest
mountain in the Gangotri group, it is both
impressive and intimidating. You need technical
knowledge in order to climb the mountain as snow
slopes and sharp ridges litter the base of this
mountain. Mt. Satopanth is at an elevation of
7075 meters and you would require proper
equipment like ropes and ice axe crampons to
take on this challenge. Gangotri
Glacier Location Uttarkashi District,
Uttarakhand Opening Timings Mid-April to June
September to November This valley like glacier
is made up entirely of bedrocks. It is 28km in
length and almost 4km in width. There are various
trek circuits to choose from like Gangotri
Gaumukh Trek, Gangotri Gomukh Tapovan Trek, and
Gangotri Tapovan Trek. The difficulty of the trek
depends
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on the circuit you pick, but all of these
circuits offer an equally stunning view of the
lush meadows and marvelous nature. Shankaracharya
Samadhi Location 32 kms away from
Kedarnath Opening Timings September to November
April to June Shankaracharya Samadhi is the
spot where Adi Shankaracharya attained moksha
and submerged himself in the holy town of
Kedarnath. He was an important Hindu philosopher
who was the greatest believer of the doctrine of
Advaita Vedanta, He was also the savious of
Vedic Dharma that is relevant in India even
today. He took samadhi at a young age of 32 and
even today his followers resonate this place
with the idea of human connectivity. A hot water
spring is available at the Samadhi that should
be visited by all. Phata Location 31 kms away
from Kedarnath Opening Timings Anytime Enroute
Trip to Kedarnath, there is a small village known
as Phata. Situated on the Gopeshwar- Gaurikund
road it has been built for commercial benefit as
well as strategic usage by pilgrims. Phata has a
helipad that is used by pilgrims to hire
helicopter service and reach Kedarnath easily.
It takes 8 minutes to reach Kedarnath in a
helicopter from Phata. Pilgrims also have the
option of stopping there for refreshments and
rest. After the Kedarnath floods in 2013, there
has been a lot of speculation about whether or
not it is safe to travel to the holy place. But
rest assured as the Government has already
started making reparations and the trekking
route has already been changed
accordingly. More information you can get from
here Kedarnath Tour Package
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