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.

Kartik Swami Temple (Kanakchauri)

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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.

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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