Panch Dhara and Panch Shila in Badrinath
Panch Shila
Panch Shila of Badrinath includes Garud Shila, Nar Shila, Narsingh Shila, Varah Shila and Markandeya Shila. These shilas are situated around the Tapt kund in the form of five blocks. Standing between Tapt kund and Narad kund is conical formed Narad Shila. Near the Naradkund, the Barah Shila has the shape of boar. Barah is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Markandeya, on the advice of Narad, left Mathura to meditate here in Badrivan and attained ultimate peace. Markendeya Shila is the stone on which the sage sat and meditated.
Location & How to Reach Panch Dhara and Panch Shila
Both Panch Dhara and Panch Shila are situated less than a kilometer away from the Badrinath shrine. Badrinath is well connected with major Uttarakhand cities via motorable roads as it is a famous pilgrimage shrine. The nearest railhead is Haridwar railway station, which is 336 kms from Badrinath. There are numerous trains connecting Dehradun with other major cities like Delhi, Lucknow and Kolkata etc.
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What is Panch Dhara and Panch Shila famous for?
Panch Dhara and Panch Shila is popular place for following activities/ interests - Religious.