Kedarnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and is a major site in both the Char Dham and Panch Kedar pilgrimages. It is located at a height of 3,583 meters near the Mandakini River and is accessible by a 16 km trek from Gaurikund. Due to its location in the Himalayas, the temple is open only for six months a year. Kedarnath is believed to have been built by the Pandavas and later revived by Adi Shankaracharya. The temple is known for its stunning setting amidst snow-capped peaks.