BADRINATH District : Chamoli District Location : 317 kms from Dehradun Altitude : 3,133 mts Above Sea Level Sanctity : Holiest Destination in India

Hoky Town of Badrinath

Dehradun Nainital Rishikesh

Mussoorie Almora

Ranikhet Haridwar

Badrinath in Uttaranchal – The Most Pious Destination in India

One of the most famous pilgrimage hill station of Uttaranchal is Bardrinathh, which is an important halt for all those who take up Char Dham Yatra. Cradling in the arms of twin peaks of Nar-Narayan and Neelkanth, Badrinath is an ideal place for holiday. Covered with a web of myths and legends, the holy town of Badrinath has many attractions. Take up Badrinath tours of Uttaranchal to see the temple attractions that belong to Hinduism and various other tourists spots. Get drenched in the holiness that reverberates in the air of Badrinath. The best time to visit Badrinath is from May to November, when all the temple are open for visits.

Char Dham Yatra – The Most Religious Journey in India

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Char Dham Gangotri Yamunotri

Mukteshwar

Badrinath is Uttaranchal is one of the most venerable shrine in India. Considered to be the holiest place in the world, by Hindus. On the Char Dham yatra to Badrinath, one needs to visit the most famous temple, Badrinath temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This is a very large complex that is divided into three sections. To complete ones Char Dham in Badrinath, one has to also kowtow in the Panch Badri. These are a congregation of five temples that are located in close vicinity to the Badrinath temple.Yog Dhyan Badri is located 24 kms away, Bhavishtya Badri at Subain near Tapovan, Adi Badri is the remains of 16 temples, it can be reached from Karnprayag. Vriddha Badri, situated 7 kms from Joshimath.

The Famous Badrinath Temple at Badrinath

Festive Attractions of Badrinath

Uttaranchal tourism promotes various fairs in Badrinath, that add the festive colour to the spiritual ambiance. Visit Badrinath during the month of September, when the annual Mata Murti ka Mela takes place in the honour of the mother of Lord Badrinath called Mata Murti Ka Mela. Another festival that represents the holy culture of Badrinath is Badri Kadar festival. It is an Eight day long festival is held in the month of June, and during this popular festival devouts pay their homage as per the tradition.

Adventure Thrill in Badrinath

Adventure lovers too find solace in Badrinath. With various trekking routes, Badrinath is truly a trekker's paradise. The most important trek is Badrinath – Valley of Flowers – Hemkund Sahib. This is a seven day trek and one can enjoy the myriad landscape of Uttaranchal. Another important route is from Gangotari to Badrinath. This is one of the most scenic treks that will take you through glaciers and meadows.

Pilgrims Taking Up Long Trek to Badrinath

Other Attractions of the Holy Land

Apart from the temples, fairs and festival, there are many other attractions in Badrinath that keep the tourists glued to this holy town. Travel to Badrinath and enjoy bathing in the hot water spring at Tapt Kund, that has healing properties. Among the natural splendor there is Charanpaduk. This beautiful meadow is believed to be having the foot prints of Lord Vishnu. The most abhorrent experience will be at Brahma Kapal, where the last rituals of the dead are performed.

How to Reach the Holy Junction

Badrinath is an important pilgrim destination in India, thus making it easily accessible from almost all the parts of the country. The nearest airport from here is Jolly Grant, in Dehradun (317 kms) away. Regular flights ply between Dehradun and other important centres of the country. All those who want to enjoy the train ride to Badrinath – the nearest railhead is at Rishikesh(297 km) and Kotdwar(327 Km). The most scenic way to reach this town is via road, that offer some of the most panoramic views. Once you reach Dehradun, Rishikesh or Haridwar, regular buses are available for Badrinath.