Travel Lifestyle Marathi News Shri Tungnath Shiva Temple was built by Pandavas in October, know interesting history plan

Travel : There are such temples all over the world. About which many mythological legends are told. Many of these temples are mysterious. Today we are going to know about one such temple of Lord Shiva. Which is associated with Ramayana-Mahabharata. According to many legends, this temple is said to have been built by the Pandavas. If you are a tourist, then the weather here is pleasant in September and October, being the center of Hindu faith, this place is also very special from the tourism point of view. Therefore, today we have brought every important information related to this temple for you.

Do you want to experience the beauty of nature up close?

The temple we are talking about is the Tungnath temple located in the majestic valleys of the Himalayas… a very ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is located at an altitude of about 3680 meters above sea level in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. This Shiva temple is one of the Panch Kedars. Tungnath temple located in Rudraprayag district of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand is the highest Shiva temple in the world. From here you can see the beautiful valleys of the Himalayas and experience nature closely in a peaceful environment. The journey to Tungnath temple is definitely difficult, but the view here is very beautiful. Tungnath temple is the best place to see the beauty of nature closely.

Where the Pandavas did penance for their sins

It is believed that this temple was built by the Pandavas. According to a legend, after the massacre in the Mahabharata war, the five Pandavas set out on a journey to the Himalayas to atone for their sins and during this time they did penance of Lord Shankar in Tungnath and established a Shivalinga here. To reach Tungnath, one of the Panch Kedars, you have to pass through a rocky path. Usually the weather is good here during the months of September and October, so in this article we will give every information related to Tungnath Mahadev Yatra in detail.

Temple built during Mahabharata period?

According to a legend, Tunganath temple was built during the Mahabharata period. The foundation of this holy temple was laid by Arjuna, the mighty warrior of the Pandavas. It is believed that this temple was built thousands of years ago by the Pandavas to please Lord Shiva. After losing their relatives in the terrible war of Mahabharata, the Pandavas were burdened with the guilt of manslaughter. On the advice of Sage Vyas, the Pandavas worshiped Lord Shiva to atone for their sins and built a magnificent temple at this holy place. It is believed that all the sins of the Pandavas were washed away by the grace of Lord Shiva.

How to reach Tungnath Temple?

There are many ways to reach Tungnath temple. You can travel here by air, rail or road.

Air travel

The most convenient way to reach Tungnath is by air. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport to Tungnath. From the airport, you will have to go to Pangar village near Chopta. The journey will be about 220 km and it will take you about 9 hours to complete it.

Rail travel

If you want to travel by train then you can go to Dehradun, Haridwar or Rishikesh. These are the nearest railway stations to Tungnath. From these stations you can reach Chopta by bus or taxi.

by road

If you are traveling by your car then you have to go to Pangar village from Delhi via Dehradun or Haridwar. From Pangar you can use local transport to Chopta. The distance from Rishikesh to Tungnath is about 209 km.

Aarti and Darshan Timings of Tungnath Temple

• There is no fixed time for Aarti in Tungnath temple. Because the temple is at a very high altitude and the weather here can change suddenly. Apart from this, the number of devotees coming here varies according to the weather and time of the day.
• If you want to see the morning aarti, you should reach the temple a little after the opening time. Usually the temple opens between 5:00 and 6:00 in the morning.
• The evening aarti takes place shortly before the temple closes. You can know the exact timing by asking the temple priest about it.

When to plan to visit Tungnath Temple?

If you want to visit Tungnath temple, the best time is between May to June and September to October. During this time the weather is pleasant and you can easily trek. In November, with the departure of the deities, the gates of the temple are also closed and due to heavy snowfall in the Himalayas, it becomes difficult to reach here, so the temple is closed.

remember these things

• There is no specific place to stay from Chopta to Tungnath so you have to be fully prepared.
• Carry enough water, good trekking shoes, warm clothes, raincoat and a small medical kit.
• Even remote roads can drain your energy,
• Therefore, keep some essential items like chocolates, biscuits, dry fruits and glucose with you.
• You should also carry a walking stick and waterproof trekking shoes for walking in the snow.

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