North India Statesman
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Kedarnath Temple is a mysterious temple of India. This ancient temple, 1200 years old, directly challenges science.
There is also a legend that this temple was built by the Pandavas of Mahabharata. However, many people believe that it was renovated by Adi Shankaracharya. This mysterious temple of India directly challenges science. Let’s know the unresolved secrets of this temple.
The journey of Kedarnath temple is very difficult. Because this temple is open to devotees only six months of the year i.e. from April to November. The temple remains closed due to extreme cold and heavy snowfall in winter. During this time, the idol of Lord Kedarnath is brought to Ukhimath where he is worshiped.
Hump in Kedarnath, hand in Tungnath, mouth in Rudranath, navel in Madhya Pradesh and hair in Kalpeshwar. These five temples are collectively called Panch Kedar.
Kedarnath Temple is considered the most important of the five holy Shiva temples called Panch Kedar. According to mythology, after the Mahabharata war, the Pandavas came here to seek blessings from Lord Shiva to atone for their sins. To save them, Lord Shiva took the form of a bull (Nandi) and merged into the earth. Different parts of his body appeared in different places.
The Kedarnath temple was also safe during the severe flood. It is believed that a big stone called ‘Bhimshila’ came after coming behind the temple. This stone had removed the flood water from the temple. Locals consider it a miracle of Lord Shiva.
In 2013, there was a severe flood in Uttarakhand. The entire area was destroyed in this devastating flood. In this natural disaster, the surrounding area of the temple was very damaged. However, the temple did not suffer much damage.
The construction of the Kedarnath temple is so strong that fierce earthquakes, snowfall and natural disasters have not affected this temple. This temple has been in a strong position for centuries. The beautiful carvings performed on the walls of this temple still shows its grandeur.
Kedarnath Temple, located at an altitude of 11,755 feet (3,583 m) above sea level, is also considered a wonderful sample of architecture. This temple is made of big stones. Cement or any modern -added chemicals were used anywhere in the construction of this temple.
