Kedarnath
Temple is one of the most revered shrines of Hinduism and is located in the
Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. Here are some facts about the
temple present by Squcial.
The
Kedarnath Temple is one of the four Dhams or pilgrimage sites in Hinduism. The
other three are Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri. The temple is dedicated to
Lord Shiva and is located at an altitude of 3,583 meters (11,755 feet) above
sea level, making it one of the highest Shiva temples in the world. The temple
can be reached by a 14-kilometer trek from Gaurikund, which is the base camp
for the pilgrimage. The journey is considered to be a test of one's physical
and mental strength.
The
temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavas of the Mahabharata fame
around 1,000 years ago. The temple is situated near the Mandakini River and is
surrounded by the majestic Himalayan peaks, including Kedarnath peak, which is
named after the temple.
The
temple is open for six months a year, from the end of April to the beginning of
November, due to extreme weather conditions in the region during the winter
months. The temple has a conical shaped shikara or spire and is made of large,
heavy, and evenly cut gray stones. The temple walls are ornamented with
intricate statuettes and sculptures.
The
inner sanctum of the temple houses the lingam or symbol of Lord Shiva, which is
believed to be self-manifested (Shambhu) and is considered one of the 12
jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India. The temple has been damaged several times
due to natural disasters, including floods and earthquakes, and has been
rebuilt many times over the centuries.
The Kedarnath Temple is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of India's rich cultural heritage and architectural excellence. It attracts millions of devotees and tourists from all over the world every year.
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