Extra Sightseeing in Chardham

Koteshwar Temple, Rudraprayag– Situated on the banks of Alaknanda River in a cave, this is one more temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple lies at a distance of 5 km. from the main market of Rudraprayag. According to mythological beliefs, this is the place where Lord Shiva worshipped Lord Vishnu to help him kill the devil, Bhasmasur.

Hariyali Devi Temple, Rudraprayag– Located at a distance of 35 km. from main town of Rudraprayag, the temple is dedicated to Devi Hariyali, another sacred manifestation of Mata Vaishno Devi. The temple is also one of the 58 ‘Siddha Peeths’ in India. It is believed that when Kansa threw the seventh child of Devki on ground, her body parts fell at different places on earth; with hands falling at Hariyali Devi.

Kartik Swami Temple, Rudraprayag– Situated at one of the most scenic locations, Kartik Swami Temple is the highlight of Rudraprayag. Perched at a height of 3050m, the temple is devoted to Kartikeya, son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Paravati. Apart from its religious values, the shrine is known for offering indescribable beauty of the Himalayan Range. The temple indeed is the place of tranquility and serenity and is a must visit on Rudraprayag- Nagnath Pokhri Route in Uttarakhand

Dhari Devi Temple, Srinagar– Located on the banks of Alaknanda River, the deity of Goddess Dhari in the temple is believed to change her appearance from girl to woman to old lady during the course of the day. The temple holds a great religious significance for the locals.

Kamleshwar Mahadev Temple, Srinagar– The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva at this place with his ‘Kamalnetra’ (Lotus eye). This is the reason temple came to be referred to as ‘Kamleshwar’.

Raghunath Temple, Devprayag– This is the oldest shrine dedicated to Lord Rama. The temple houses the carved figures of Rama, Sita and Lakshman.

Brahma Kund and Vashisht Kund, Devprayag– Sacred kunds on confluence of two holy rivers. This kund is on Bhagirathi River.

Baital Shila, Devprayag– A small water spring which is believed to cure various diseases, especially leprosy.

 

Made Your Travel Easy

Need Help for any Details?

Our Destination expert will be happy to help you resolve your queries for this tour.