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📍 Guptkashi, Uttarakhand
🏛️ Sightseeing Attraction

Ardhanarishwar Temple

Ardhanarishwar Temple is a revered stone sanctuary situated within the sacred Vishwanath temple complex in Guptkashi, resting at an elevation of 1,319 mete...

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About Ardhanarishwar Temple

Ardhanarishwar Temple is a revered stone sanctuary situated within the sacred Vishwanath temple complex in Guptkashi, resting at an elevation of 1,319 meters (4,327 feet) in Uttarakhand. The temple is consecrated to Lord Shiva in his composite Ardhanarishvara form, depicting the divine union of masculine and feminine cosmic energies where half of the deity represents Shiva and the other half embodies Goddess Parvati.

Ardhanarishwar Temple

Constructed in traditional North Indian Nagara stone style, the temple features intricate exterior carvings and a peaceful paved courtyard. Pilgrims traveling to Guptkashi on the Kedarnath Yatra visit Ardhanarishwar Temple to seek blessings for marital balance, harmony, and spiritual completeness. The courtyard also houses the famous Manikarnika Kund, where two natural mountain streams representing the Ganga and Yamuna continuously pour into a stone tank.

How to Reach Ardhanarishwar Temple

Ardhanarishwar Temple is located in central Guptkashi along NH 107 in Rudraprayag district.

  • By Road: Guptkashi is well connected by motorable roads on the Rishikesh Kedarnath highway. Regular state transport buses and taxis operate from Rishikesh (180 km) and Rudraprayag (40 km).
  • By Train: Rishikesh and Haridwar railway stations are 180 km and 205 km away, offering broad gauge links to Delhi, Lucknow, and Kolkata.
  • By Air: Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport is 195 km away. Helicopter bases at Guptkashi and Phata provide aerial flights directly to Kedarnath.

Best Time to Visit Ardhanarishwar Temple

The best time to visit Ardhanarishwar Temple is from April to June and September to November for clear mountain weather.

Seasonal Climate Overview

  • Summer (April to June): Pleasant weather with daytime temperatures between 15°C and 25°C. Coincides with peak Kedarnath pilgrim traffic.
  • Monsoon (July to August): Mountain rains bring lush valley greenery, though travelers must check highway status during heavy downpours.
  • Winter (December to February): Crisp cool sunny days and cold nights with temperatures dropping between 2°C and 12°C.
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Hotels Near Ardhanarishwar Temple

Buransh Heli Resort ★★ Hotel

Buransh Heli Resort

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Rawat Tourist Lodge ★ Hotel

Rawat Tourist Lodge

Rawat Tourist Lodge is a budget hotel situated on the way to Kedarnath at picturesque town…

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Sunil Tourist Lodge ★ Hotel

Sunil Tourist Lodge

Sunil Tourist Lodge is situated in the fabulous city of Guptkashi. The Sunil Tourist Lodge…

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Hotel New Vishwanath Residency ★★ Hotel

Hotel New Vishwanath Residency

Hotel New Vishwanath Residency offers accommodations in Guptakashi. Free WiFi is featured …

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Himalayan Comforts ★★ Hotel

Himalayan Comforts

Himalayan Comforts is the most modern lodging property in Guptkashi. Facilities in the hot…

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Hotel JPG Palace ★★ Hotel

Hotel JPG Palace

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Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions about Ardhanarishwar Temple

Essential visitor information regarding timings, entry tickets, location, nearby attractions, and travel guide in Guptkashi.

Ardhanarishwar represents the inseparable cosmic union of Purusha (Lord Shiva) and Prakriti (Goddess Parvati), symbolizing universal balance.

It is located adjacent to the main Vishwanath Temple within the same stone temple courtyard in central Guptkashi.

Manikarnika Kund is a holy water pool fed by two stone spouts representing the holy rivers Ganga and Yamuna for ritual ablutions.

The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with daily aartis performed by local priests.

No, darshan is completely free for all devotees and visitors.

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