Karnaprayag is the confluence of Alakananda and Pindar river and also the municipal board of Chamoli district that connects Garhwal region with Kumaun region.
Karnaprayag gets its name from Karna, the son of Suryadev (Sun God) and Kunti (mother of Pandavas, the heroes of Hindu holy epic Mahabharata). It is believed that te confluence of Alakananda and Pindar river was the spot where Karna meditated to satisfy the Sun God and was finally blessed with the impregnable shield called Kavach and Kundal (armour and ear rings).Formation of Karna Prayag has its legendary history connected to Panch Prayag formation.
Karnaprayag holds its significance in the meditative vibes it spreads. The pleasing weather, fascinating beauty of the surroundings and positive vibrations around Karnaprayag temple, the holy confluence and nearby makes Karnaprayag a perfect spot to practice spiritualism and meditate. Karnaprayag is the spot where Swami Vivekananda meditated for 18 days along with many other people.
The age old temples of Uma and Karna hold significant position among the people of Garhwal and Kumaun. Pilgrims visit these temples and the holy confluence Karnaprayag throughout the year with great devotion and faith. Shradha (last rites of late ancestors) at the prayag (confluence) and pooja (worship) at the temple is practiced by most of the Hindu devotees.
Source : www.uttarakhandguide.com
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