Ukhimath
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| Ukhimath (Okhimath) | |
|---|---|
उखीमठ | |
Pandavas (according to legend) | |
| Completed | Unknown |
| Elevation | 1,311 m (4,301 ft) |
Ukhimath (also spelled Okhimath) is a small town and a
Utsava Idols of Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar are brought from Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar to the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. The winter puja of Kedarnath and Omkareshwar (the presiding deity of Ukhimath) is performed here. The Omkareshwar Temple is located at Ukhimath, which is at a distance of 41 km from Rudraprayag.[2]
Ukhimath has many other ancient temples dedicated to several Gods and Goddesses such as Usha, Shiva, Aniruddha,
Gopeshwar, the holy town is mainly inhabited by the head priests of Kedarnath
known as Rawals who move here to spend the winter.
Ukhimath has an All India Radio Relay station known as Akashvani Ukhimath. It broadcasts on FM frequencies.
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The courtyard around the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath. -
Close-up view of the mandapa (pillared hall) in the temple.
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