It is known for its ancient Vishwanath Temple dedicated to the god Shiva, which is similar to the one in Varanasi (Kashi).
Shrine’s History
Gupt Kashi means ‘Hidden Kashi’ and the town’s mythological history is associated with the epic of Mahabharata. When the Pandavas were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shiva first concealed himself in Gupt Kashi but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath. The hereditary pilgrimage priests of Kedarnath temple live in Guptkashi.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Guptkashi is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Buses and Taxis to Guptkashi are easily available from all major destinations of Uttarakhand like Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Pauri, Tehri, Uttarkashi, Srinagar, Chamoli etc. Guptkashi lies on National Highway 109 which connects Rudraprayag with Kedarnath.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh
By Air
The nearest Airport is the Jolly Grant airport which is about 185 km.
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Shivaratri,Basant Panchami and Pandava are the major celebrations here. Traditional dance forms like Ghariyali, Chanchari and Jagar are performed.
