According to Hindu mythology, the Pandavas built the original shrine to seek forgiveness from Lord Shiva after the Kurukshetra war. The present stone structure was later revived in the 8th century by Adi Shankaracharya, who re-established several major pilgrimage sites across India. To understand its origins in detail, you can explore the detailed history of Kedarnath Temple . https://www.manchalamushafir.com/facts-about-kedarnath-temple/