Guptkashi
Guptkashi is situated at an altitude of 1479 m, 12 km frm Ukhimath. A stupa is constructed at Nala, which is quite close to Ukhimath. Some local people call it the grave of Rana Nal.
The ancient Vishwanath temple, Kalimath temple, Ardhnareshwar temple, and Manikarnik Kund, where Ganga and Yamuna meet, are the main places of attraction in Guptkashi.
It is believed that after the battle of Mahabharata, the Pandavas wanted to meet Lord Shiva and seek his blessings. But Lord Shiva hid himself as he did not wish to meet the Pandavas, the reason being that although they had fought for the right cause they were also responsible for destroying their own dynasty.
Guptkashi which is an important place on the route to Sri Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar, is a highly rewarding area of colour, of imaginary scenary and incredible landscape. Chaukhamba and other mountain peaks look so near and yet are so far and even Lord Shiva dipped inside the ground at Guptkashi.
Season
Round the year
In the area
Triyuginarayan
Triyuginarayan lies about 14 km from Sonprayag, at an altitude of 1980 m and is the place which witnessed the most celestial happening, the wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Tungnath
Tungnath is the highest shrine of Shiva among the Panch Kedars.
Transport
Rail : Rishikesh Railway Station is the nearest railhead. Guptkashi is 186 km from Rishikesh.
Road : Well connected by road with all the major towns and nearby areas.
Accomodation
Tourist Rest House and private hotels are available.
GMVN (01364-267221)
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