Kartik Swami Temple (Kanakchauri)
Location: Kanakchauri
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva asked his sons, Kartikeya and Ganesha, to circle the universe. While Kartikeya set out on his journey, Ganesha circled his parents, considering them his universe, and won. In devotion and sacrifice, Kartikeya is believed to have offered his bones to Lord Shiva at this place. This temple symbolizes sacrifice, devotion, and wisdom. A 3 km trek from Kanakchauri leads devotees to this divine shrine.
Temple Details
Basic Information
Temple Name
Kartik Swami Temple (Kanakchauri)
Location
Kanakchauri
District
Rudraprayag
State
Uttarakhand
Architecture
The temple is built in a simple Himalayan stone architecture style and is situated on the top of Kronch Parvat at an altitude of around 3,050 meters. The temple is small but spiritually significant, surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan peaks.
Temple Gallery
Full Address
Kanakchauri Village, Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand, India
Temple Description
Kartik Swami Temple is a sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the elder son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is one of the most important Kartikeya temples in Uttarakhand and attracts devotees as well as trekkers because of its scenic location and spiritual atmosphere.
Services & Facilities
Live DarshanPrasad DeliverySpecial PujaAbhishekDiya DonationAarti Booking
Aarti & Temple Timing
Temple Timing
Morning Darshan7:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon Darshan12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Evening Darshan5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Aarti Timing
Mangala Aarti3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Morning Aarti4:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sandhya Aarti7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shayan Aarti8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Explore Nearby
Tourist Attractions
- - Dwarka Beach
- - Bet Dwarka
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Medical Stores
- - Dwarka Medical Store (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Pharmacy (0.3 km)
Nearby ATMs
- - HDFC Bank ATM
- - Axis Bank ATM
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Food
- - Dwarka Food Court (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Bhojanalaya (0.3 km)
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Plan Your Route
FlightJamnagar Airport (JGA) - 45 km
TrainDwarka Railway Station - 10 km
BusDwarka Bus Stand - 12 km
Auto FareRs 200-300 (Round Trip)
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