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Badrinath Travel Guide

The famed town of Badrinath is among the four dominant Char Dham pilgrimage sites of India as well as the Chota Char Dham. It is perched at an average elevation of 3,300 metres (10827 feet) above sea level on the banks of Alaknanda River.

This holy town is named after the Badrinath temple dedicated to the preserver, Lord Vishnu. Many Hindu devotees are smitten by the charm of this holy shrine as it showcases the traditional Garhwali wooden architecture.

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Badrinath Travel Guide

Badrinath is one of the holy shrines for Vaishnavites among the 108 divya desams incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Badrinath town is also the part of Panch Badri temples including Yog Dhyan Badri, Bhavishya Badri, Adi Badri and Vriddha Badri, along with Badrinath Dham.

The temple is located in Silent valley of Garhwal Himalayas on the seashore of flowing water of Alaknanda river. Everyone heared about the marvellous or stunning beauty of Badrinath town, with pleasant weather, dense forest, snow clad Mountains, holy river with surrounding green valley which attracts tourists from india as well as from abroad.

There are many festival like Kedar-Badri Utsav, Janam-ashtami, Mata Mruti Ka Mela are celebrated. Along with Badrinath temple, there are many place of sightseeing namely Panch Prayag temple, Badhri Naryanan Temple, Vasudhara Falls, Hot Geyser (tapt kunds or hot water springs), Bheem Pul, Mana Village etc.


Badrinath Temple Opening Date and Closing Date 2024

Badrinath Kapat Opening Date 2024: This year Badrinath Temple will open on 12 May 2024, at 6 am in the morning.  Last year, the kapat of Shri Badrinath Temple were opened on 27 Apr 2023 at 7:10 am in the morning. An estimated 20,000 pilgrims visited Badrinath dham on the opening day.

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Badrinath Closing Date 2024: The portals of Shri Badrinath Temple will be closed on 06 Nov 2024. With the closing of Badrinath Temple, the Char Dham Yatra 2024 will conclude.

Badrinath is one of the most popular and visited religious towns of the Hindus located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand in India. The town of Badrinath lies between Nar and Naryana mountain ranges and in the shadow of the mighty Neelkantha peak. The several turquoise lakes, towering peaks, sacred ponds and water bodies make Badrinath a must visit place.

Photo: Sirsendu Gayen | Snow fall at Badrinath - Devotees are waiting for their turn to enter in the Badrinath temple.

Day to Day Travel Itinerary to Badrinath Dham

If you are an individual and want to travel to Badrinath alone, then it isn’t a huge task to achieve. Badrinath is situated at the roadside and the only thing you need to know is how to reach that location. Below is the day to a day travel guide to Badrinath Dham for solo travelers.


Day 0: Reach to Rishikesh / Haridwar or Dehradun

Badrinath is situated in Uttarakhand so firstly you have to reach this state of India. The Nearest railway station to Badrinath is Rishikesh railway station. However, you can book your train to Haridwar too as train availability is higher there. If you are coming from the south, east or west portion of the country then there is a high chance that you are coming from the flight to Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun. Rishikesh has situated just about 20 km from Dehradun.


Note: Try to reach these cities in the sharp morning so that you can start your journey to Badrinath temple in the morning.


Day 1: Rishikesh to Badrinath / Joshimath. 295 km | 10 Hrs

There are lots of buses and sharable cabs you can find at Rishikesh Bus Stand going towards Badrinath. But it is very hard to get them because of the extremely high numbers of pilgrimages traveling to the same destination. The best way to reach Badrinath is by changing buses or sharable cabs.

You can break your journey to avoid the wait for the direct vehicle to Badrinath. You can take bus/sharable Tata Sumo / Maxx to Rudraprayag and then Rudraprayag to Joshimath. You can stay at Joshimath which has plenty of accommodation, food & market facilities. However, if you have plenty of time then you can get to Badrinath town directly which is just 45km (2hrs) route from Joshimath.

You can follow this route buses or sharable Jeeps to reach Badrinath

Rishikesh – Devprayag – Srinagar – Rudraprayag – KarnaprayagChamoliJoshimath – Badrinath

eUttaranchal travel tip 1: Because of ongoing Char Dham highway project, you can face a delay in reaching Badrinath. In this case you can break your journey for two days. You can stay on all the above-mentioned towns of the route.


Day 2: Visit Badrinath Temple & Nearby locations

Wake up early in the morning, attend the temple aarti & pay your obeisance at Badrinath temple. It can take 2-3 hours for Darshan because of the long queue. After that, you can visit nearby locations like Vasudhara falls or Mana village which is also the last Indian village at Indo – China border. You can also visit nearby tourist destinations of Uttarakhand like Auli & Valley of flowers to utilize your time.

Badrinath Temple, Chamoli, Uttarakhand by Paras Anand (Facebook)

Day 3: Badrinath to Rishikesh / Haridwar

Bid adieu to this beautiful spiritual town of Uttarakhand situated on the bank of calm Alaknanda River. Take sharable jeeps to Joshimath for more transport options.

Badrinath Temple - Mystic Tales and Legends

According to legend, the temple was originally established by Adi Shankaracharya which was renovated several times after its establishment. Badrinath is also one of the Panch Badri. The other four badris are Yogadhyan Badri, Bhavishya Badri, Bridha Badri or the 'Old Badri' and Adi Badri.

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. Thus, in the Mahabharata, Krishna, addressing Arjuna, says, "Thou wast Nara in a former body, and, with Narayana for thy companion, didst perform dreadful austerity at Badari for many myriads of years."

Photo: Lakshmanrawat. River Alaknanda flowing through the Badrinath valley.

One legend has it that when goddess Ganga was requested to descend to earth to help the suffering humanity, the earth was unable to withstand the force of her descent. Therefore the mighty Ganga (Ganges) was split into twelve holy channels, with Alaknanda being one of them.

The mountains around Badrinath are mentioned in the Mahabharata, where the Pandavas are said to have ended their life by ascending the slopes of a peak in western Garhwal called Swargarohini - literally, the 'Ascent to Heaven'. Local legend has it that the Pandavas passed through Badrinath and the town of Mana, 4 km north of Badrinath, on their way to Swarga (heaven). There is also a cave in Mana where the great sage Ved Vyasa is believed to have written the epic Mahabharata.

A short video of Badrinath


Badrinath Travel News

02 Mar 2024
Snowfall Update - Snowfall in Chardham, Harsil on 02 Mar 2024

Around 6 inch snowfall recorded in Harsil on 02 Mar 2024. There has been snowfall in Harsil along with Char Dham in Uttarakhand and other high altitude. Though the Badrinath temple is closed for winters, the opening date of Badrinath has been announced.

25 Nov 2023
In 2023, Badrinath achieved an unprecedented milestone with the highest-ever recorded pilgrim footfall

In 2023, Badrinath witnessed its highest-ever pilgrim footfall, with a record-breaking 18.4 lakh devotees making their way to Badrinath Dham. During the last six months of the yatra season, the Badri Kedar Temple Committee generated a revenue of Rs 70 crore. This surge in pilgrim numbers marks the highest recorded footfall to date.

18 Nov 2023
Badrinath Dham has been adorned with 15 quintals of marigold just before closing date

The Badrinath Temple was decorated with 15 quintals of marigold flowers in the early hours of November 18. The portals of Badrinath Dham will be closed for winter at 3.33 pm today

15 Nov 2023
Shehnaaz Gill recently visited Badrinath Dham and shared her experience on social media

Shehnaaz Gill embarked on a spiritual journey to Badrinath Dham and graciously shared glimpses of her pilgrimage on social media. The television personality captured the serene moments at the sacred destination, showcasing the spiritual ambiance and scenic beauty of Badrinath Dham through her pictures. 

Shehnaz Gill in Badrinath

Through the power of social media, Shehnaaz Gill has offered her followers a visual narrative of her pilgrimage, adding a touch of divine tranquility to the virtual realm.

09 Nov 2023
President Draupadi Murmu visits Badrinath Dham

On Wednesday, President Draupadi Murmu made a visit to the Badrinath shrine, marking the second day of her three-day trip to Uttarakhand.

Welcomed at the Army helipad in Badrinath, the president was greeted by Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (retd), Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, and other senior government officials. Engaging in prayers for approximately 25 minutes, she conducted a pooja ritual within the temple premises, as reported by district officials.

27 Oct 2023
Badrinath, Kedarnath temples will close at 4 pm on October 28 due to lunar eclipse

All temples governed by the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee, including the Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines, will observe closure at 4 pm on Saturday due to the lunar eclipse.

The Badrinath and Kedarnath temples are scheduled to reopen during the brahma muhurta after the morning purification puja on Sunday.

Other affiliated shrines affected by the closure include the Shri Narasingh Temple in Joshimath, Second Kedar Madmaheshwar, Third Kedar Tungnath, Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, and Yoga Badri.

19 Oct 2023
Lemon Tree Hotels to come up with a new property in Badrinath

Lemon Tree Hotels will soon open its property in Badrinath, Uttarakhand. Anticipated to commence operations in the fiscal year 2025, the property will be overseen by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the management entity of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. Check other hotels in Badrinath.

12 Oct 2023
Mukesh Ambani visits Badrinath Temple with Family

Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, visited Uttarakhand with his family and participated in prayers at the Badrinath Dham. In addition to his visit, Mukesh Ambani made a generous donation of Rs 5 crore to the Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC). Check more details.

05 Oct 2022
Shri Rajnath Singh visited Badrinath Temple

The Honorable Defence Minister of Country Sri Rajnath Singh Ji visited Sri Badrinath Dham and prayed for the prosperity and safety of the country. Sri Ajayendra Ajay, the honorable President of Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee received him with temple honors.

Badrinath Travel Tips

  • Please respect the place by refraining from alcohol and non-vegetarian food in the Holy Town of Badrinath. 
  • At an elevation of more than 3000 metres, the weather at Badrinath is always chilly no matter when you are visiting. It is advisable to carry ample woolen clothing.
  • The pilgrimage to Badrinath is not as arduous as Kedarnath, however it is normal to feel little dizzy due to low oxygen content in the air. Make sure to get yourself checked with a physician prior to the pilgrimage.
  • Photography may be prohibited inside the temple, especially inside sanctum sanctorum. Please abide by the guidelines outlined by temple authorities. 
  • Travelling to Uttarakhand in monsoons is little risky as the region witness road blockages due to frequent landslides. Best time to visit Badrinath is from May-April and September-October.

Staying in Badrinath

Badrinath has ample accommodations to stay, from the frugal dharamshalas to affordable guesthouses to 3-star hotels, it is easy to find a place to stay in Badrinath, if you are travelling in off-season.

As thousands of devotees ascent to the revered Badrinath shrine during the peak season, even finding a bed could be a task, let alone a room to stay. It is advisable to book an accommodation at Joshimath which is 45 kms from Badrinath. You can make a day trip to Badrinath and return to Joshimath by evening.

Badrinath Food Guide

At an elevation of 3,300 meters, not many restaurants could be found and only a handful of seasonal local eating joints and stalls tend to serve the pilgrims and tourists. The food served here is North Indian cuisine and popular Chinese delicacies with limited choices. Due to the religious significance of the place, non-vegetarian food and alcohol are strictly prohibited at Badrinath.

History of Badrinath

In the 9th century, the holy town of Badrinath was re-established as a prominent pilgrim site by Guru Adi Shankaracharya. In the early years, the pilgrims used to walk hundreds of miles to pay obeisance at the sacred Badrinath temple. During the time of First World War, the town of Badrinath had only 20 dwarf huts, where the temple staff lived.

Architecture of Badrinath Temple

The architecture of Badrinath temple bears a striking resemblance to the Buddhist Vihara (temple). The facade of the temple is built out of stone and has arched windows. On the walls and pillars of the mandapa, one can see the intricate carvings. To enter inside, one has to take the broad stairway that leads to the arched gateway, the main entrance of the temple.

This remarkable temple is 50 feet tall, having a small cupola on top covered with agold gilt roof. Inside the temple, one can see the calm and meditative posture of Lord Vishnu, flanked by Nar and Narayan. Around 15 idols have been are enshrined in the temple that are carved out of black stone.

Mythology about Badrinath

There are two mythological stories related to Badrinath, the first states that as per the Vamana Purana, the two sages named Nar and Narayana (the fifth incarnation of Lord Vishnu) performed their penance here and Bhakt Narada was able to attain salvation.

Whereas, the other legend tells that Lord Vishnu in his child avatar manifested near the Neelkanth Parvat in search of a place to meditate.Upon searching, he fell in love with the site near Alaknanda river. Lord Vishnu then incarnated as a child near the Rishi Ganga and Alaknanda rivers (now in the vicinity of Neelkanth Parvat) and started crying. When his cries reached the ears of Goddess Parvati, it melted her heart at once. She wanted to help the child so she took her consort, Lord Shiva to meet him. When Parvati asked the child, 'What do you want?' The child asked for the site that he liked for meditating. Parvati granted his wish and now the same place is revered as BadriVishal.

Badrinath Pilgrimage Travel Destination

The main attraction of Badrinath is the Badrinath temple also known as the Badrinarayan temple. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is also one of the 108 Divya Desams or holy shrines of Vaishnavities. The present temple is conical in shape built two centuries ago by the Garhwal kings. 15 idols are present in the temple complex, each built-in black stone. Lord Vishnu is represented here in a meditative posture and is flanked by Nar and Narayan.

Some of the other attractions of Badrinath include the Tapt Kund a natural thermal spring on the banks of the Alakananda. You can also visit the Panch Prayag i.e. Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Nandprayag, Karnaprayag, Vishnuprayag; from Badrinath. You can also visit the Mata Murthi temple which is dedicated to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. At a distance of 3km from Badrinath is the Mana village popularly known as the last village of India, inhabited by people of the Indo-Mongolian tribe.

Badrinath illustration by team eUttaranchal. Artist: Beenu

Best Time to Visit Badrinath

In the opening time of six months of Badrinath, pilgrims can travel in any season but if you want a hectic free journey then choose the months of end season of yatra. The best time to visit Badrinath is September and October. May and June season is also ok to visit Badrinath but because of huge number of pilgrims you can face high rates of hotels and long queues outside temple. During monsoon, there is much possibility of landslides and road block because of mountainous road and heavy rainfall. So our team will suggest you to visit Badrinath in the month of October or November.

Badrinath in Winters

The Temple of Badrinath Dham is closed during winters, you can check the closing and opening dates here. Winter seat of Badrinath is located in Joshimath. Know more about Winter Char Dham Yatra.

Badrinath Photo Gallery

Badrinath temple after snowfall
River Alaknanda flowing through the Badrinath valley.
Around Mana village, Near Badrinath.
view of a snow covered bridge over Alaknanda river, flowing through Badrinath town.
Tapt Kund Hot Water Spring near Badrinath Temple
Badrinath Temple, Chamoli, Uttarakhand
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Badrinath Weather

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Badrinath Weather in March

The minimun and maximum temperature in March in Badrinath is 3°C and 11°C respectively. The weather is generally snowfall in March and you would feel cold throughout the day. Heavy Woolen clothes are recommended for Badrinath in March.

What is Badrinath famous for?

Badrinath is famous among tourist as Badrinath Temple, Char Dham Yatra, Pilgrimage, Temple, Char Dham Temple.

Badrinath is recommended destination for Couples, Family and Kids, Foreigners, Groups, Solo.

Badrinath is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Char Dham Yatra, Monuments of National Importance, Panch Badri, Pilgrimage, Temples.

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