Loved The Viral Kedarnath Pictures? Here Are Some Must-Visit Temples In Uttarakhand

Badrinath TempleDedicated to Vishnu, Badrinath Temple in Chamoli at 3,133 metres is part of the Char Dham pilgrimage. Its black stone Vishnu idol and limited open months enhance its spiritual allure.Yamunotri TempleLocated at 3,293 metres, this temple honours Goddess Yamuna. Surrounded by Bandarpunch peaks and hot springs, it marks Yamuna's origin and requires a 6 km trek from Janki Chatti.Gangotri TempleAt 3,100 metres, this temple, built by Gorkha general Amar Singh Thapa, celebrates Goddess Ganga's origin near Gaumukh Glacier, forming part of the revered Char Dham circuit.Tungnath TempleThe world’s highest Shiva temple at 3,680 metres is part of the Panch Kedar pilgrimage. Reached via a 3.5 km trek from Chopta, it offers stunning Himalayan views.Jageshwar TemplesThis 9th-century complex of over 100 Shiva temples in Almora features Nagara-style architecture and intricate carvings, nestled amid deodar forests, and is believed to house an ancient Jyotirlinga.Baijnath TempleBuilt in the 12th century by the Katyuri kings, this temple complex near the Gomti River honours Shiva as Vaidyanath (healer) and showcases exquisite carvings reflecting Kumaon’s rich spiritual heritage.Neelkanth Mahadev TempleNear Rishikesh at 1,330 metres, this temple marks the mythological spot where Shiva drank poison during Samudra Manthan, offering stunning forested surroundings and vibrant Maha Shivaratri celebrations.Surkanda Devi TempleAt 2,757 metres near Dhanaulti, this Shakti Peeth dedicated to Goddess Parvati requires a 2 km trek and offers panoramic Himalayan views. It commemorates the site where Sati’s body fell.Hemkund Sahib and Laxman TempleAt 4,632 metres, this Sikh shrine also features a small Laxman Temple, where Laxman meditated. Reached through a challenging trek, it offers spiritual tranquillity amidst glacial landscapes.Mansa Devi TempleSituated atop the Bilwa Parvat in Haridwar, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Mansa, a form of Shakti. Accessible by a ropeway or steep trek, it offers sweeping views of the Ganges.10 Offbeat Places To Visit Near Bangalore During New Year 2024Read More