Badrinath Temple - One Of The 108 Divya Desams Dedicated To Lord Vishnu - Uttarakhand - India

Badrinath Temple is One of the famous sites of the Chardham Yatra, the Badrinath Dham has allured tremendous devotees to the joyous Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The Badrinath Temple also known as the Badrinarayan Temple, located in Uttarakhand's Badrinath town, is considered as the most holy among the char dhams. It is among the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped in this temple as Shri Badrinath.

Location: Badrinath - Chamoli district of Uttarakhand
Built In: 9th century C.E.
Built By: Adi Shankara
Area: 3 sq kms
Altitude: 3133 mts
District: Chamoli
State: Uttarakhand
Languages: Garhwali, Hindi, English
Best Season:Mid April to June and September to October
Weather: In Summer 7 to 18°C and In Winter -1 to -18°C
Pincode: 246422
STD code: 01381
Clothing Tips: April to August - Light woolen and Sept to March - Heavy woolens

Badrinath temple is one of the Char Dham pilgrimages in whole India other three being Rameshwaram, Dwaraka and Jagannath. One of the four chhota Char Dham situated in Uttarakhand state other three being Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri; Badrinath is also one of the Panch Badri popularly known as Badri Vishal. Legend has it, when the Ganga was requested to descend to earth to help suffering humanity, the earth was unable to withstand the force of its descent. Therefore the mighty Ganaga was split into twelve holy channels. Alaknanda was one of them that later became the abode of Lord Vishnu or Badrinath. A place, which holds so many myths and legends, Badrinath acquires predominance in the travel itinerary of a pilgrim. The popular belief is that Badarinath was the domain of Lord Shiva, and Lord Vishnu managed to unseat Shiva from here to Kedarnath. Another belief is that when Ganga made her descend to earth she split up in to twelve streams and one among the channels, Alakananda felt on Kedarnath. Sanctity and holiness of Badrinath festooned it with accolades since from the Vedic ages. The one meter tall Lord Vishnu’s imposing structure lying amidst the Nar Narayan temple with its three sacred sections including the Garbhagriha, Sabha-Mandap and Darshan-Mandap is the reason for the fame of whole the Chamoli district.

In Badrinath temple, Nambudiri Brahmin is the priest. As the temple was established by Aadi Shankaracharya who was born in South India, like many other Hindu temples around India, the Rawal from Kerala of South India are the priests in Badrinath temple. The Badrinath temple is divided into three parts Garbha Griha or the sanctum sanctorum, Darshan Mandap and Sabha Mandap. The Garbha Griha also known as the sanctum sanctorum is portion has its canopy covered with a sheet of gold offered and houses Lord Badari Narayan, Kuber , Narad rishi, Udhava, Nar & Narayan. The Darshan Mandap where the rituals are conducted and the Sabha Mandap where devotees assemble. The Shankara is said to have lived in the place for six years between 814 and 820 AD. The prevailing Hindu belief is that he found the image of Badrinath in the Alaknanda Rive which he enshrined in a cave near the hot springs. This majestic look of Badrinath is attributed much by the presence of the magnificent rivers Rishi Ganga and Alaknanda. Apart from the natural beauty, Badrinath presents excellent opportunity for those who love escapades and recreational activities. The Badrinath area is known as Badari or Badarikaashram in Hindu scriptures. It is a place sacred to Vishnu, particularly in Vishnu's dual form of Nara-Narayana.

Entry Fee And Other Charges For Visit Badrinath Temple

Photography is strictly prohibited inside the temple. There are no entry fee for any person Free Darshan to All, But you can pay charges for attend some special puja and events held by Badrinath Temple.

Opening Time For Badrinath Temple

The temple is open for six months of the year. From April to May and October to November, but its day of opening is determined on the day of the Basant Panchami (Falls in February to March), in accordance with astrological configurations. The Badrinath temple opens at 4:30 AM and closes at 1:00 PM. Once again it opens at 4:00 PM and closes at 9:00 PM after the divine song Geet Govind.

Best Time To Visit Badrinath Temple

Badrinath has a cool and chilly climate all through the year but the best time to visit is from May to June and again from September to October. The best time for visiting the Badrinath Temple is between May and November. One should carry sweaters, woolen clothing, umbrella and first aids during the trip.

Tourist Attractions Near Badrinath Temple

Other than the famous Badrinath Temple, the town has many other must visit tourist spots like Tapt Kund, Brahma Kapal, Neelkanth Peak, Mata Murti Temple, Charanpaduka, Narad Kund, Mana village, Vyas Cave, Ganesha Cave, Panch Dharas and Panch Shilas.

Shopping Near Badrinath Temple

Shopping in Badrinath is defined by the various shops selling trinkets and other small souvenirs to take back home after a holiday in Badrinath. These include miniature "Salgram Silas" or the sacred stone of Lord Vishnu, who is the presiding deity of this revered temple town. Besides this, a number of shops sell woolens, which are the specialty shopping items of almost every hill station.

Restaurants Near Badrinath Temple

Saket Restaurant and Brahma Kamal is only 0.7 Km from Badrinath Temple is main Restaurants Near Badrinath Temple. One can find local eating joints and stalls that serve trypical Indian food and popular Chinese items.

Hotels Near Badrinath Temple

Here is the list of some popular and famous hotes which are very closed from Badrinath Temple.

• Garhawal Mandal Vikas Nigam Hotel, Auli
• Sarovar Portico Badrinath
• Hotel Narayan Palace
• New Snow Crest Hotel
• Hotel The Kedar Dev's
• AR Resort

How to Reach Badrinath Temple

By Air:

The nearest airport to Badrinath Temple is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. Badrinath Temple lies at a distance of 335 km from Dehradun.

By Train:

The nearest railway stations to Badrinath Temple are at Rishikesh, Kotdwara and Haridwar. Rishikesh and Kotdwara are small stations and are not connected by fast trains. Haridwar is well connected via the Indian Railway network to major cities in India.

By Road:

Badrinath Temple can be reached via National highway 58 which connects the town to Delhi and other major cities of India. Buses and taxis are also available from Rishikesh and Haridwar too.

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