Kedarnath Dham Temple
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Verified Sanctuary • 2 days ago8th Century CE (Adi Shankaracharya Revival)

Kedarnath Dham Temple

श्री केदारनाथ ज्योतिर्लिंग मंदिर

Garhwal Himalayas, Rudraprayag, UttarakhandDeity: Lord Shiva (Kedarnath)
Plan Visit to this TempleBook Pooja / Abhishekam
AALAYAMYATRA AI TEMPLE OVERVIEW
Grounded in Vedic Agamas & Epigraphy

Surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan peaks near the Mandakini river, Kedarnath is the highest Jyotirlinga and an essential pillar of the sacred Chardham Yatra. The temple remains open for approximately six months between Akshaya Tritiya (April/May) and Bhai Dooj (October/November).

Primary DeityLord Shiva (Kedarnath)
Historical Period8th Century CE (Adi Shankaracharya Revival)
Ideal Visit Duration3 to 4 Days
Best SeasonMay to June, September to October
Special PrasadamDry fruit and Belpatra sacred potli
Architecture StyleMassive grey stone masonry designed to withstand Himalayan blizzards

Daily Darshan Advice & Guidelines

Warm layered woolen clothing essential; heavy thermal wear required even in summer.

Early morning darshan ensures peaceful communion without extensive wait times.
Footwear deposit facilities and clean cloakrooms available near main Raja Gopuram.