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Rudraprayag is located on the
flowing together of the rivers Mandakini and Alaknanda.
Rudraprayag is home to the Rudranath Temple that is dedicated to
Shiva. Near the temple is the place where Narada, an ancient
Indian wise reputed to be the discoverer of the veena, a musical
instrument, is supposed to have contemplated.
Named after Rudra (Lord Shiva), Rudraparyag is located at the
holy flowing together of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, at a
distance of 34 kms. From Srinagar (Garhwal). The reunion of the
Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers has an exclusive beauty of its
own and it seems as if two sisters were acceptance each other.
It is believed that to master the mysteries of music, Narad
Muni
worshipped Lord Shiva, who appeared in his Rudra Avatar
(manifestation) to bless Narad. The Shive and Jagdambe temples
are of great sacred importance. Till just, Rudraprayag was a
part of district Chamoli and Tehri were conjoined to form
Rudraprayag as a new district. The existence of two separate
routes for Badrinath and Kedranath Dham from
Rudraprayag make
great importance to the place. The entire region is blessed with
enormous nature beauty, places of religious importance, takes
and glaciers.
Most Popular Attraction in Rudraprayag:
Koteshwar Temple:
At a distance of 3 kms from Rudraprayag and on the sacred bank
of river Alanknanda is located the Koteshwar temple is in the
form of a cave temple. There are many idols which have been
created naturally. It is supposed that before going to Kedarnath
Lord Shiva meditated here. Throughout the months of August and
September, thousands of devotees come here to worship Lord
Shiva.
The Confluence:
The confluence (meeting) for river Mandakini deriving from
Kedarnath Dham and river Alanknanda originating from
Badrinath Dham is a beautiful sight to observe. The confluence has an
enormous religious meaning and thousands of pilgrims come here
to take a sacred dip. The temple of Goddess Jagdamba and Lord
Shiva are also major attractions for tourists and pilgrims.
How to Reach:
Air:
Nearby Jollygrant at a distance of 110kms.
Rail:
Rishikesh at a distance of 140 Kms. Well linked by rail with all
major cities of India.
Road:
Rudraprayag has a regular bus service to Dehradun, Haridwar,
Rishikesh,Tehri etc.
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