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Kedarnath

Uttarakhand

Kedarnath is a holy town and one of the Char Dham of Uttarakhand, located in the Rudraprayag District. It is renowned for the Kedarnath Temple, a significant pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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How to Reach Kedarnath

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Reach by Airflight icon

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, approximately 239 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Kedarnath.

Reach by Traintrain icon

The nearest railway stations are at Rishikesh (215 km), Haridwar (241 km), Dehradun (257 km), and Kotdwar (246 km). Haridwar railway station is better connected with major cities.

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Buses, taxis, and local transport services are available from nearby cities like Rishikesh and Haridwar to Gaurikund, the starting point of the trek.

Historical Timeline

  • One of the earliest references to Kedarnath is in the Skanda Purana (c. 7th-8th century)
  • The temple is believed to have been constructed by the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata
  • The town suffered extensive destruction during the June 2013 flash floods caused by torrential rains in Uttarakhand.

Bhagwan in Kedarnath

Bhagwan associated to Kedarnath and whose famous temples and sthal are there in Kedarnath

Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Kedarnath by road up to Gaurikund and then trek 18 km to the temple. Helicopter services are also available from Dehradun, Guptkashi, Sirsi, and Phata.