Kedarnath

Important Days and Dates

Kedarnath Temple opens every year around Akshaya Tritiya (April–May)
and closes after Bhai Dooj (October–November).

  • Akshaya Tritiya: Opening of temple gates
  • Maha Shivratri: Dedicated celebration
  • Shravan Month: Special pujas (July–August)

Note: Dates vary yearly based on Hindu calendar.

How to Reach

Delhi – Kedarnath

  • By Air: Delhi → Dehradun → Gaurikund → Trek/Heli
  • By Train: Delhi → Haridwar/Rishikesh → Road + Trek
  • By Road: Delhi → Rishikesh → Gaurikund → Trek

Ahmedabad – Kedarnath

  • By Air: Ahmedabad → Dehradun → Gaurikund → Trek
  • By Train: Ahmedabad → Haridwar → Road + Trek
  • By Road: Ahmedabad → Delhi → Gaurikund → Trek

About History of Temple

Kedarnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
and part of the Char Dham Yatra.

According to legend, the Pandavas built the temple and
Adi Shankaracharya renovated it in the 8th century.

Located at 3,583 meters near Mandakini River,
it is known for granite architecture and spiritual significance.

Main Poojas Performed

  • Maha Abhishek
  • Rudrabhishek
  • Shodashopachaar Pooja
  • Panchamrit Abhishek
  • Morning & Evening Aarti
  • Rudra Homa
Pooja Timings
  • Morning: 4:00 AM – 7:00 AM
  • Evening Aarti: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Description

Important Days and Dates

Kedarnath Temple opens every year around Akshaya Tritiya (April–May)
and closes after Bhai Dooj (October–November).

  • Akshaya Tritiya: Opening of temple gates
  • Maha Shivratri: Dedicated celebration
  • Shravan Month: Special pujas (July–August)

Note: Dates vary yearly based on Hindu calendar.

How to Reach

Delhi – Kedarnath

  • By Air: Delhi → Dehradun → Gaurikund → Trek/Heli
  • By Train: Delhi → Haridwar/Rishikesh → Road + Trek
  • By Road: Delhi → Rishikesh → Gaurikund → Trek

Ahmedabad – Kedarnath

  • By Air: Ahmedabad → Dehradun → Gaurikund → Trek
  • By Train: Ahmedabad → Haridwar → Road + Trek
  • By Road: Ahmedabad → Delhi → Gaurikund → Trek

About History of Temple

Kedarnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
and part of the Char Dham Yatra.

According to legend, the Pandavas built the temple and
Adi Shankaracharya renovated it in the 8th century.

Located at 3,583 meters near Mandakini River,
it is known for granite architecture and spiritual significance.

Main Poojas Performed

  • Maha Abhishek
  • Rudrabhishek
  • Shodashopachaar Pooja
  • Panchamrit Abhishek
  • Morning & Evening Aarti
  • Rudra Homa
Pooja Timings
  • Morning: 4:00 AM – 7:00 AM
  • Evening Aarti: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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