Kedarnath Yatra 2019: Kedarnath Temple Opens on 09 May, 2019

Kedarnath Temple opens its door on 09 May this year. Nestling in the lap of mighty Himalayas at a height of 11755 feet above sea level, Kedarnath Mandir is the most remote of the four Char Dham shrines in Uttrakhand. It remains closed in winters due to the extreme weather conditions. Even the Palki and the Utsava Murti of Kedarnath Ji are transferred to Ukhimath near Guptkashi for six months- from November to April.

Kedarnath Temple is open to the devotees from spring to autumn. The usual date of opening of the temple is Akshaya Tritiya in spring and the closing day is Kartik Purnima in autumn.

Book your Kedarnath Yatra Tour well in advance to avoid last minute hassles. Pilgrims from all walks of life and different parts of the world come to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva at Kedarnath Ji as it is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Most of the devotees commence their Kedarnath Yatra with a holy bath in the hot springs of Gaurikund, before embarking on a journey to Kedarnath Temple. It is a divine experience to trek 13 kms from Gaurikund to. Facilities of palanquins (doli), ponies and Kandis are also available for those who cannot walk for so long.

Note: Helicopter services are also available to Kedarnath Ji

To know about Kedarnath taxi fares, check the Kedarnath Cab Service from Haridwar.