One of the sacred Char Dham sites, nestled between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges along the Alaknanda River—where spirituality meets serenity.
Best Time
May-June, Sept-Oct
Altitude
~3,300m
Difficulty
Easy - Moderate
Duration
1 Day (Road Accessible)
Nearest Town
Joshimath (~45 km)
Sacred Dham of Vishnu
Badrinath Temple is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India and a key destination in the Char Dham Yatra. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is situated on the banks of the Alaknanda River in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.
Surrounded by the majestic Nar and Narayan mountain ranges, Badrinath offers a spiritually uplifting experience combined with breathtaking natural beauty. The temple is believed to have been established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century.
Pilgrims from across the country visit Badrinath to seek blessings, experience divine peace, and immerse themselves in the sacred atmosphere of this holy town.
Jolly Grant Airport,Dehradun is the nearest airport (238 km).
By Rail
Rishikesh is the closest railway station (216 km).
By Road
Well connected via NH-7 from Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Joshimath
Helicopter Services
Helicopter services are available from Sirsi, Phata, and Guptkashi. Advance booking through the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website is recommended for a hassle-free experience.
Badrinath is accessible by road; however, nearby spiritual sites like Mana Village, Vasudhara Falls, and Charan Paduka involve short treks for interested pilgrims.
Official Channel
Registration
Mandatory biometric registration for all pilgrims entering the valley.
