How Kedarnath temple survived one of India’s worst floods!

Kedarnath temple

In June 2013, Uttarakhand experienced a mid-day cloudburst causing devastating floods and landslides.

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The 2013 floods were the worst natural disaster in India since the 2004 tsunami.

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Heavy rainfall and debris blocked rivers, leading to major overflows.

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The massive rain melted the Chorabari glacier, causing the Mandakini river to erupt.

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The worst impact was on the Kedarnath valley, famous for its temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Despite the destruction, the Kedarnath Temple remained unaffected, enhancing its miraculous reputation.

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The temple and its main Shiva Lingam were not damaged, only the base was inundated.

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The Kedarnath Temple were reopened to pilgrims on May 4, 2014, evoking awe and reverence for its survival.

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Kedarnath temple

Kedarnath temple

How

How

survived one of India’s

survived one of India’s

worst floods!

worst floods!

In June 2013, Uttarakhand experienced a mid-day cloudburst causing devastating floods and landslides.

The 2013 floods were the worst natural disaster in India since the 2004 tsunami.

Heavy rainfall and debris blocked rivers, leading to major overflows.

The massive rain melted the Chorabari glacier, causing the Mandakini river to erupt.

The worst impact was on the Kedarnath valley, famous for its temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Despite the destruction, the Kedarnath Temple remained unaffected, enhancing its miraculous reputation.

The temple and its main Shiva Lingam were not damaged, only the base was inundated.

The Kedarnath Temple were reopened to pilgrims on May 4, 2014, evoking awe and reverence for its survival.

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