Sightseeing Highlights:
There are several temples worth visiting in Rudraprayag one of the most prominent being the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple on the shores of the Alaknanda River. Covered with lush foliage, this beautiful cave-temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is believed to have stopped and meditated here on his way to Kedarnath, and attracts thousands of worshippers during August and September.
The Chamunda Devi and Jagdamba Temples are also of immense religious importance, as is the Rudranathji Temple, which marks the site where Narad Muni sat in meditation, seeking the help of Shiva in mastering the mysteries of music. A short distance north of Rudraprayag is the Agasteshwar Mahadev Temple, which honours the learned sage Agastya, and features stone carved images of several gods and goddesses.
Other Activities:
Although the small town offers limited forms of activities, one can opt for day trips or overnight excursions to any of the many sacred and holy sites located around Rudraprayag, including to the internationally renowned Shri Kedarnath Temple. Located to the north, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is an architectural masterpiece. Other places worth exploring include Gupt Kashi, Son Prayag, Gaurikund and Panch Kedar to name a few.
Tourism info:
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.,
Tourist Information Centre,
Shail Vihar, Haridwar Bye Pass Road,
Rishikesh - 249201.
Tel: 0135 - 2431793, 2431783, 2432648.
Uttaranchal Tourism
PRO Delhi
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.
102- Indraprakash Building, Barakhamba Road,
New Delhi 110001.
Tel: 011-23350481, 23326620.
Set amidst the rugged mountains of the Garhwal Himlayas, the small town of Rudraprayag is the junction where the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers meet, making it a pilgrimage spot of great significance. The town's location on the river banks is most remarkable and awe-inspiring feature. Temples, ghats and ashrams, are busy centres of activity where worshippers come to pray and take a dip in the chilly waters of the sacred rivers.
Rudraprayag is named after Lord Shiva, also known as Rudra, and as such has great religious significance. It is believed that it was here that the mischief making sage Narad Muni prayed to Shiva, who then appeared in his Rudra personification to bless the saint. Adding to the town's importance is the presence of two roads heading towards the holy shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath. |
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