Darshan, Opening Date & Yatra Guide (2026)
Introduction
Kedarnath Temple is one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand at an altitude of around 3,583 meters
Yeh mandir 12 Jyotirlinga temples me se ek hai aur Char Dham Yatra ka bhi important hissa hai
Himalaya ke beech sthit hone ki wajah se yeh temple spiritual aur adventure dono ka perfect combination hai.
Spiritual Importance of Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Kedarnath Jyotirlinga holds immense spiritual significance and is believed to grant liberation (moksha) to devotees. Pilgrims visiting Kedarnath often continue their journey to Badrinath Temple Uttarakhand forming an important part of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit.
Basic Information (Address + Location)
Temple Name: Kedarnath Temple
Location: Kedarnath, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand
PIN Code: 246445
Latitude: 30.7352° N
Longitude: 79.0669° E
Himalaya ki Garhwal range me ~3,583 meters altitude par sthit — very divine & scenic
History & Mythology
- Associated with Pandavas (Mahabharata)
- Lord Shiva appeared in the form of a bull (Nandi)
- Hump (pith) is worshipped at Kedarnath
Yeh Panch Kedar temples ka bhi main part hai
Nearby Temples Around Kedarnath
Several important temples are located near Kedarnath, including Tungnath Temple which is considered the highest Shiva temple in the world.
Another sacred site is Triyuginarayan Temple known as the mythological wedding place of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Kedarnath Temple Opening & Closing (2026)
- Opening Date: April–May (Akshaya Tritiya ke aas-paas)
- Closing Date: October–November (Bhai Dooj ke baad)
Winter me mandir band rehta hai due to heavy snowfall
Darshan Timing
- Morning: 4:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Evening: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Aarti & Rituals
- Morning Abhishek
- Rudrabhishek
- Evening Aarti
Aarti ka experience bahut divine hota hai
Kedarnath Yatra & Trek
Starting Point:
Gaurikund
Trek Distance:
Difficulty:
Options:
- Trek
- Pony / Palki
- Helicopter
Related Jyotirlinga and Sacred Temple
Devotees also connect their spiritual journey with Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi one of the most revered Jyotirlingas in India.
How to Reach Kedarnath
Location:
Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand
By Road:
- Rishikesh → Guptkashi → Gaurikund
By Train:
- Nearest station: Rishikesh / Haridwar
By Air:
- Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun)
Best Time to Visit
- May to June
- September to October
Avoid monsoon (landslides risk)
Temple Highlights
- One of the 12 Jyotirlingas
- Part of Char Dham Yatra
- Located in Himalayas 🏔️
- Famous trekking pilgrimage
Nearby Places
Must visit:
- Bhairavnath Temple
- Vasuki Tal
- Gaurikund
FAQs (SEO BOOST)
Q1. Kedarnath Temple kaha hai?
Uttarakhand ke Rudraprayag district me sthit hai.
Q2. Mandir kab khulta hai?
April–May me khulta hai aur Oct–Nov me band hota hai.
Q3. Trek kitna lamba hai?
Lagbhag 16–18 km Gaurikund se.
Q4. Helicopter service available hai?
Haan, available hai.
Travel Tips
- Physical fitness maintain karein
- Warm clothes zaroor lein
- Early booking karein
- Weather check karein
