Temples in Kedarnath

Kedarnath is a Hindu temple where Lord Shiva is worshipped. It is one of the Jyotirlinga among twelve located on the Garhwal Himalaya near the Mandakini River, Uttarakhand, India. The temple is only open for a few months of the year. The temple opens in the month of April till Mid November. The temple is closed during winter. The temple is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and offers breathtaking views of the natural beauty of the region. It is also one of the Chhota Char Dhams, along with Yamunotri, Gangotri and Badrinath.

Bhairon Baba Mandir is situated south of the Kedarnath temple at a distance of 500 meters on the eastern hill of the lofty Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. The temple is dedicated to Bhairav – the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva associated with destruction and devastation. It is believed that Baba Bairavnath is the protector of Kedarnath temple. It is believed that visiting the Bhairav Temple is essential to complete the pilgrimage to Kedarnath Temple. Devotees pay their respects to Bhairav before entering the main temple, considering him the guardian and protector of the holy site.

Triyuginarayan Temple is a famous Hindu pilgrimage site located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It holds immense religious significance, especially for followers of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. According to Hindu mythology, Triyuginarayan Temple is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married. The temple is a popular destination for couples seeking a sacred and blissful marriage. It is believed that performing the marriage rituals at Triyuginarayan Temple blesses the couple with a strong and everlasting bond. The temple architecture follows the traditional North Indian style. To reach Triyuginarayan Temple there is a short trek of about 5 km from Sonprayag.