Famous Temples in Uttarakhand

The most visited temples in Uttarakhand include Kedarnath Temple, Badrinath Temple, Dhari Devi, Rudranath, Gauri Kund.

This page lists 13 famous temples in Uttarakhand, each with its own guide.

May to June and September to October Mountain roads are open and weather is pleasant. Many high-altitude shrines close in winter and the monsoon (July–August) brings landslides, so check the opening dates before you plan.

Many temples in Uttarakhand are centuries old. See the history section of each guide, for example Kedarnath Temple and Badrinath Temple.

General darshan is free at almost all temples. Special pujas, sevas and quick darshan tickets may cost extra.

Most temples open early morning (around 5 to 6 AM), close for a short break around midday and reopen in the evening till about 8 to 9 PM. Open each guide for that temple's details.

Temples here are dedicated to Chandi and other forms of the divine.

Group temples by city or district, start early in the morning, keep the afternoon break in mind and use the "Temples Near" section on each guide.

Yes, most temples expect modest, traditional clothes. Footwear is removed before entering and photography is usually not allowed inside the sanctum.