An Introduction to the Legends and Myths Associated With Kedarnath Dham

The story of Kedarnath's origin from Lord Shiva and the Pandavas

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The legend of Adi Shankaracharya's role in the temple's establishment

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The belief that offering prayers at Kedarnath helps one attain moksha

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The myth about the temple's protection from natural disasters

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The tale of Kedarnath's connection to the Kedar Khand region and its significance

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The story of how the temple was rediscovered after being buried in snow for centuries

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The legend of how the Pandavas were cursed for their actions after the Kurukshetra war

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The myth about the Kedarnath temple's significance in the Hindu pilgrimage circuit

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The tale of how Kedarnath is connected to the Panch Kedar temples in Uttarakhand

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The belief that Kedarnath Dham is one of the holiest places for Hindus to visit.

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