031/366 Kedarnath, Uttarakhand
Kedarnath Temple situated at around 11700ft(3584 meters) in Uttarakhand.
One needs to trek for 14 km from Gaurikund. One can also use horse or dholi to reach this lovely place. This route is extremely scenic and to be remembered for long. Most part of trek is next to beautiful River Mandakini and one gets to see various falls through out the trek including Rudra Falls.
It is also believed that, Jyotirlinga situated here was worshipped by Pandavas and main temple was built by them..
Indian Saint & Philosopher, Adi Shankaracharya, who propagated "Advaitha" concept, is said to have renovated this temple. Sri Shankaracharya's Samadhi is close to the temple.
About pic: Wooden carving of Lion seen on Kedarnath Temple.
More info:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kedarnath_Temple
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