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Kedarnath, the Land of the Gods, has a 1000-year-old temple evoking deep emotions, an engulfing holy ambience, and breath-taking snow-covered Himalayan mountains. Kedarnath, named for King Kedar of the Satya Yuga, is one of the four Chota char Dhams with Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Badrinath. Everyone should go to  Kedarnath Yatra  at least once in their lifetime. Here are a few top tourist places near Kedarnath on your next trip to Uttarakhand.  Ukhimath:  Anirudh, the grandson of Lord Krishna, and Usha, the daughter of Vanasur, were married here. Therefore, the place was renamed Ushamath, currently known as Ukhimath. During the winter, the idols from Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar are carried to Ukhimath and worshipped there for six months.  Chandrashila:  The Chandrashila mountain, which is 4000 meters above sea level, is one of the most popular spots to visit in Kedarnath. It provides a spectacular 360-degree panorama of the Himalayan range and prominent pe...

Kedarnath is located in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas at an elevation of 3,580 meters, close to the Chorabari glacier. Kedarnath is one of four major pilgrimage sites of the Chota Char Dham pilgrimage in India, along with Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Badrinath. It is built around the famed Kedarnath temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the country. Before beginning the  Kedarnath Yatra , there are a few highlights that every visitor should keep in mind. The main attraction of Kedarnath Yatra is the Kedarnath temple which is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It has magnificent architecture constructed of large but evenly cut grey stone slabs. The Nandi Bull, regarded as Lord Shiva's 'Mount', stands vigil outside the shrine. Visitors can observe idols of numerous Hindu Gods and Goddesses inside the temple. There is also a Mandap where religious rites are held within the temple grounds. The Kedarnath temple is one of 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in I...

Kedarnath is a beautiful tourist destination located in Garhwal, Uttarakhand. While going on  Kedarnath Yatra , you need to walk from Gaurikund, which offers surreal beauty and mythological importance at the same time. It is believed that Pandavas meditated at this place to seek forgiveness from Lord Shiva for killing their own blood. Lord Shiva did not want to forgive Pandavas so easily. He was hiding in this jungle in the form of a bull. One day Arjuna discovered that bull to be Lord Shiva, and while escaping from the Pandavas, Lord Shiva jumped inside the earth, and the hump of the bull came out at this place. This is why in this place hump of a bull is worshipped. Thus both the pilgrims and trekkers visit this place. The cost of Kedarnath Yatra varies on the mode of transportation you choose. There are three ways to reach Kedarnath from Gaurikund.  By trek:  When you decide to do Kedarnath Yatra by trek, you need to get down to the nearest railway station or airport a...