Kedarnath 2019 Dates now revealed, plan your travel itineraries soon

Kedarnath Temple, which is on the “visit list” for many of you has come out with its opening and closing dates. The temple witnesses a long ceremonial puja at the time of opening of Kedarnath shrine. Main Pujari Rawal of Kedarnath first takes blessing and view of lingam after opening of Kedarnath temple.

The opening date and time of Kedarnath Temple depends on when the auspicious day of Akshay Tritya falls and the dates are usually declared on the Maha Shiva Ratri. The date of opening of Kedarnath shrine is decided by priests in Ukhimath’s Omkareshwar Temple after calculation of Panchang. Normally Kedarnath temple opens on shubh mahurat of Akshay Tritya. This year Kedarnath Temple will be opening on 09 May 2019 at 05:35am.

The closing date of Kedarnath is fixed – on the day of Bhai Dooj (i.e after Diwali, November). Kedarnath temple will be closed after Pooja archana in morning on Bhaidooj.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kedarnath Temple is one of the prime centres of pilgrimage among devout Shaivites and pilgrims. Sitting majestically on the lush green lap of the Garhwal Himalayan range the entire route to Kedarnath Dham is dotted with breathtaking views and scenic surroundings. Being situated at a whopping height of 3,583 metres above sea level the entire region remains buried in a thick layering of white snow during its peak winter seasons during which the temple darshan shuts down and yatra is halted for the season. The temple attracts a large number of devout Hindus each year who take up this pilgrimage in order to cleanse their soul and free themselves from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

The best time to visit or take up the journey to Kedarnath dham is during the months of May – June and September – October. The winter time falls between the months of November to April when the temperature dips till subzero accompanied with heavy rainfall. Summer time at Kedarnath is extremely pleasant and welcoming but the overall temperature still remains freezing cold.

We hope that this Kedarnath opening and closing dates help you in deciding your pilgrimage journey to the lord.