About Kedarnath
Abode of Lord Shiva in the Himalayas
Kedarnath is one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites, home to the ancient Kedarnath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated at 3,553 metres in the Rudraprayag district, it is part of the sacred Char Dham yatra and one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Key Facts
Type
city
Region
garhwal
Division
Garhwal
Elevation
3553 m
Area
10 km²
Climate
alpine
STD Code
01364
Demographics
| Population | 612 (2011) |
| Population Density | 61 /km² |
| Literacy Rate | 82% |
Languages Spoken
HindiGarhwali