Kedarnath Jyotirlinga is a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, which are believed to be the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva.
According to Hindu mythology, after the Kurukshetra war, the Pandavas went on a pilgrimage to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva to seek redemption from the sins of war. Lord Shiva, however, did not want to meet the Pandavas and decided to elude them by taking the form of a bull and hiding in the Himalayas. When the Pandavas finally caught up with him, Lord Shiva tried to evade them by sinking into the ground. One of the humps of the bull then appeared on the surface and was identified as the Kedarnath temple.
The Kedarnath temple is located at an altitude of over 11,000 feet and is only accessible by foot. The temple is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and is considered one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India. The temple has a unique architectural style and is built entirely of large, heavy stone slabs.
The main shrine of the Kedarnath temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of a lingam. The temple also has several smaller shrines dedicated to other deities, including the five Pandava brothers and Draupadi. The temple is also famous for its stunning natural surroundings, including the Mandakini River and the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas.
The Kedarnath temple is not only a place of worship but also an important cultural and historical site. It has been mentioned in several ancient texts, including the Puranas and the Mahabharata, and has been patronized by several rulers and dynasties throughout history. The temple is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of India and a testament to the enduring power of devotion and faith
