{"id":1406,"date":"2024-01-19T07:40:40","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T07:40:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chardhamtour.in\/blog\/?p=1406"},"modified":"2026-07-29T08:19:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:19:34","slug":"kedarnath-temple-timings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chardhamtour.in\/blog\/kedarnath-temple-timings\/","title":{"rendered":"Kedarnath Temple Timings 2026: Darshan, Aarti & Opening Hours"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Kedarnath<\/a> Temple holds immense religious significance for Hindus worldwide and sits in the majestic Himalayas of Uttarakhand at an altitude of roughly 3,583 metres (11,755 ft). Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it draws large numbers of devotees seeking blessings in its serene, high-altitude surroundings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing the typical <\/span>Kedarnath Temple timings<\/b> helps you plan darshan properly, since the temple follows a broad daily rhythm with a midday break and a specific window for touching the deity. This guide lays out that rhythm clearly, along with what’s officially confirmed versus what varies day to day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Quick Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

During the 2026 pilgrimage season, Kedarnath Temple<\/a> typically opens for early rituals around 4:00\u20136:00 AM, closes for a midday break from roughly 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and shuts for the night around 8:30\u20139:00 PM after the Shayan Aarti. These are typical seasonal timings, not a fixed BKTC-published timetable, so daily hours can shift. The temple itself is accessible only about six to seven months a year \u2014 opening around Akshaya Tritiya and closing on Bhai Dooj.<\/span><\/p>\n

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