Kedarnath Temple Opening, Closing Date 2023 Uttarakhand Yatra

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Kedarnath Yatra 2023 (Travel Guide)

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Kedarnath Yatra 2023: Kedarnath is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is very popular among Hindu pilgrims. Kedarnath temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Kedarnath shrine is situated in a breathtaking location near the milky white Mandakini River. At the astonishing height of 3,583 meters.

Kedarnath is also the most renowned temple among the Panch Kedar. Panch Kedar is a group of 5 Shiva temples in the Garhwal Himalayas. These temples' names are Kedarnath, Tungnath, Madhyamaheswar, Rudranath, and Kalpeswar. The Kedarnath Dham is also part of the Char Dham Yatra 2023.

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Kedarnath Temple Opening/Closing Date 2023

Opening Date : 25 April 2023 (6:20 AM)

Closing Date : 14 Nov 2023 (Eve of Bhaiya Dooj)

The opening date of Kedarnath temple is decided by priests of Omkareshwar Temple located in Ukhimath after the calculation of Hindu Panchang on the auspicious day of Maha Shivratri every year.

The closing date of Kedarnath Dham is fixed on the day of Bhai Dooj after the Diwali festival around November.

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Who built the Kedarnath Temple?

According to Hindu mythology, Kedarnath Mandir was constructed by the legendary brothers Pandava. But the modern structure of Kedarnath Temple is said to have been built in 8th century AD by Hindu Guru Adi Sankaracharya at the same place where the Pandavas are believed to built a shiv temple.

Why Kedarnath Temple is Famous?

It is believed that Pandavas went heaven from the path above the Kedarnath, and they built the Shiva Temple in Kedar valley. And Kedarnath temple is located in the highest place among the 12 Jyotirlingas.

Where is the Kedarnath Temple Located?

Kedarnath is a holy Hindu Temple located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand.

Kedarnath Temple Opening Date in 2023?

The date for the opening of Shri Kedarnath Temple's kapat will be announced by the priests on the auspicious day of Basant Panchami or Shivratri. This year in 2023, Kedarnath Temple may be open on May 2023.

Kedarnath Temple Closing Date in 2023?

Kedarnath Temple will be closed on 14, November 2023 (Eve of Bhaiya Dooj).

What is Kedarnath Temple Pooja Timing?

The morning pooja starts from 4:00 and lasts till 7:00. thus after the last arti, Kedarnath Temple is closed till the next morning. only between the months of April & November.

Why Kedarnath Temple Closes Every Year?

Due to the very cold weather, the doors (kapat) of the Kedarnath temple are closed, and everyone from the Kedar valley migrates downwards.

How old Kedarnath Temple is?

The Lord Shiva Temple of Kedarnath is around 3000 years old. As per mythology, the Kedarnath Temple was made by the Pandava brothers. however, the exact date or year of the temple's establishment is not mentioned in pristine literature. But if we look at the scientific evidence, a minimum age of Kedardham about 3,000 years can be considered.

How Kedarnath temple survived the flood?

During the flood in 2013, the temple structure did not suffer any "major" damage, apart from a few cracks on one side of the four walls which was caused by the flowing debris from the higher mountains. During the disaster, a huge rock among the flood worked as a barrier and protected the temple from the extensive damage. The boulder saved the Kedarnath Temple although scientists believed that the structure and construction of the Temple were the reason for not being destroyed.

Name of the stone which saved Kedarnath Temple?

The stone which saved Kedarnath Mandir is called Bheem Sheela.

How Far is Kedarnath Temple from the Helipad?

The Kedarnath Helipad is situated about 700 meters away from Kedarnath Temple and can be accessed within a few minutes. Daily helicopter services are available from the helipad in Phata village in Kedarnath. Some operators also offer a helicopter service from the town of Agustmuni in Rudraprayag.