Badrinath Temple

Location
Badrinath, Chamoli District
State
Uttarakhand
Deity
Lord Vishnu (Badrinarayan)
Temple Type
Vishnu Temple - Divya Desam
Significance
Badrinath is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, situated between the Nar and Narayana peaks in the Garhwal Himalayas at 3,133 m (10,279 ft). It is one of the 108 Divya Desams and part of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit. The temple was re-established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. The temple opens only six months a year due to extreme weather conditions.
Legend & History
According to legend, Lord Vishnu was performing penance in the area when Goddess Lakshmi protected him from harsh weather by transforming into a Badri tree (Indian jujube). Hence, the place came to be known as Badri-Vishal and later Badrinath. The temple houses a 1-meter-tall black stone idol of Lord Vishnu in a meditative posture.
May to November (kapat usually open in late April / early May and close around Bhai Dooj after Diwali; exact dates announced each year)
Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (317 km). Nearest railway: Rishikesh (295 km). Well connected by motorable roads from Rishikesh and Haridwar.
Frequently Asked Questionsअक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
Where is Badrinath Temple located?
Badrinath Temple (बदरीनाथ मंदिर) is located at Badrinath, Chamoli District, in Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the four Char Dham.
बदरीनाथ मंदिर कहाँ स्थित है?
बदरीनाथ मंदिर Badrinath, Chamoli District, उत्तराखंड (भारत) में स्थित है। यह चार धाम में से एक है।
Which deity is worshipped at Badrinath Temple?
The principal deity worshipped at Badrinath Temple is Lord Vishnu (Badrinarayan).
बदरीनाथ मंदिर में किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
बदरीनाथ मंदिर में मुख्य रूप से भगवान विष्णु (बदरीनारायण) की पूजा होती है।
What is the significance of Badrinath Temple?
Badrinath is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, situated between the Nar and Narayana peaks in the Garhwal Himalayas at 3,133 m (10,279 ft). It is one of the 108 Divya Desams and part of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit. The temple was re-established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. The temple opens only six months a year due to extreme weather conditions.
बदरीनाथ मंदिर का क्या महत्व है?
बदरीनाथ भगवान विष्णु को समर्पित सबसे पवित्र हिंदू मंदिरों में से एक है, जो गढ़वाल हिमालय में नर और नारायण शिखरों के बीच 3,133 मीटर (10,279 फीट) की ऊंचाई पर स्थित है। यह 108 दिव्य देसमों में से एक है और चार धाम तीर्थ यात्रा का हिस्सा है।
What is the best time to visit Badrinath Temple?
The best time to visit Badrinath Temple is May to November (kapat usually open in late April / early May and close around Bhai Dooj after Diwali; exact dates announced each year).
बदरीनाथ मंदिर जाने का सबसे अच्छा समय कौन-सा है?
बदरीनाथ मंदिर जाने का सबसे अच्छा समय May to November (kapat usually open in late April / early May and close around Bhai Dooj after Diwali; exact dates announced each year) है।
How do I reach Badrinath Temple?
Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (317 km). Nearest railway: Rishikesh (295 km). Well connected by motorable roads from Rishikesh and Haridwar.
बदरीनाथ मंदिर कैसे पहुँचें?
Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (317 km). Nearest railway: Rishikesh (295 km). Well connected by motorable roads from Rishikesh and Haridwar.