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Revered as the holiest pilgrimage destinations in India, Kedarnath is situated at an altitude of 3,584 meters from sea level. The town overlooks Kedar Massif, a stunning mountain formation with quite a number of glaciers which also includes the source of the Mandakini River. The visitor's guide to Kedarnath will provide you with the details and information about the place and its history. The whole town of Kedarnath has an aura of spiritual feeling, which lingers in your mind once you visit this picturesque and stunning creation of nature and mankind.
Built around thousand years ago, the temple in Kedarnath can only be visited during certain months of the year. Winters are very cold with heavy snowfall and the shrine opens only when the snow melts away during the month of April to May. Although it is a pilgrimage center, it also offers a scenic view of the snow capped Himalayas and the stunning vistas of green meadows and quaint valleys. The visitor's guide to Kedarnath will also tell you how to reach this place conveniently. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant airport situated in Dehradun and the nearest railhead is in Rishikesh.
There are quite a few tourist spots in Kedarnath. The visitor's guide to Kedarnath briefs you upon the spots and their importance. The Kedarnath temple, built in the 8th century by Adi Guru Sankaracharya lies adjacent to another temple built by the Pandavas. The tomb of the Guru is behind the main shrine. The tomb is also a prime attraction of Kedarnath. Then there is the Vasuki Tal, one of the most picturesque lakes that is circled around by lofty mountains and offers a beautiful view of the peaks. The total area is 3 square kilometer, making it a small town, though rich in religious values.
There are many hotels offering quality accommodation for the tourists and pilgrims alike. All the hotels are well equipped with the best of amenities and also include various features of attraction for different types of tourists. The staffs are all well mannered and offer personalized service. There are quite a number of hotels ranging from star to budget ones. The visitor's guide to Badrinath tells you to visit this place during the month of April to June to have a clear view of the picturesque mountains and it is also the only time when the hotels are thrown open to public.
