Auli, Uttarakhand · Auli travel guide
Temple

The only Panch Kedar temple accessible year-round, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
| Time to spend | About 3 h (2–4 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–9 AM — quiet darshan, clear Urgam valley air |
| Avoid | 1–5 PM — afternoon cloud and showers |
| Best months | Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Some walking — ~1.5 km walk from Urgam road |
| Good for | Couples, Solo, Groups, Families |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 on Google (80 reviews) |
Panch Kedar temple open all year, but monsoon landslides and winter snow make access hard.



Most visitors spend about 3 h; 2–4 h depending on pace.
6–9 AM, for quiet darshan, clear Urgam valley air. The best months are Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov.
Entry is free.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear