Badrinath, situated at 10,279 feet, is a divine setting between Nar & Narayan mountains, on the banks of the Alaknanda river.
Temple dating back over a thousand years was reestablished by Adi Shankaracharya in 8th century after discovering a meditative idol of Lord Badrinarayan in the Alaknanda river.
The idol, made of black Shaligram stone, sits in a meditative pose inside the sanctum, exuding deep serenity.
Devotees bathe in the Tapt Kund, a year-round natural hot thermal spring fed by subterranean geothermal activity, before entering the temple for spiritual cleansing & renewal.
Badrinath, part of Chhota Char Dham, Uttarakhand, is one of the four Dhams in all-India Char Dham Yatra, traditionally completed by pilgrims for spiritual merit & divine blessings.
Explore Mana, the first Indian village, Vasudhara Falls bless only the pure-hearted, & Neelkanth Peak, often called ‘Garhwal Queen’, especially at sunrise when it glows golden.
During winter, Badrinarayan's idol is ceremonially brought to Joshimath, Uttarakhand, where it serves as the spiritual center, preserving worship throughout the year.