Where Baba Kedarnath Resides During Winter: A Travel Guide To Omkareshwar Temple

With the holy Kedarnath Temple finally closed, the idol will now be moved to the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. If you were not able to have darshan of Lord Kedarnath, you can now do that at the Omkareshwar Temple, where the deity will reside for the next six months. Here’s your guide to visiting Omkareshwar Mandir and things you need to keep in mind.

A Travel Guide To Omkareshwar Temple:

Discover the divine journey of Lord Kedarnath to Omkareshwar Temple, its history and a complete travel guide on how to reach. 

Where is Omkareshwar Mandir located?

Omkareshwar Mandir is located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, where Lord Kedarnath and Lord Madhyamaheshwar reside during the winters.

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How to visit Omkareshwar Mandir from Delhi?

By Road:

1. From Delhi, the distance is approximately 415 km, and it will take around 9 to 11 hours.
2. You need to go to Haridwar from Delhi, then Rishikesh, followed by Devprayag, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Guptkashi and then finally reach Ukhimath.
3. You can book a direct private cab from a particular location.
4. Or, you can take a bus to Rishikesh or Haridwar and then take another bus to Ukhimath.

By Train:

1. The nearest metro station to Ukhimath is Rishikesh or Haridwar.
2. After reaching the railway station, take a direct local bus or private cab to Ukhimath.

By Air:

1. Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun is the nearest airport to Ukhimath.
2. You can hire a private cab or a bus from Dehradun to Ukhimath.

What are the timings of the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath?

In the morning, the timings are 5 AM to 12 PM and for evening, it's 4 PM to 9 PM.

What's the best time to visit the Omkareshwar Temple?

Best time to visit the temple is from March to June and September to November. 

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Why does Lord Kedarnath stay at Omkareshwar Mandir in winter?

Due to heavy snowfall and extremely cold temperature, the Kedarnath Temple becomes inaccessible. To ensure that the rituals and prayers to Lord Shiva do not stop, the Utsav Murti is brought down in a grand procession to the Omkareshwar Temple. 

If you missed the summer yatra, do not wait for next year. Plan a winter trip to Ukhimath, take blessings of Baba Kedarnath and feel the calm of the Himalayas.

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