Here we have discussed the top best places to explore in BADRINATH
Top interesting places to visit near Badrinath Temple-
- Bheem Pul
- Vyas Gufa
- Brahma Kapal
- Alka Puri
- Tapt Kund
- Yashundhara Falls
- Ganesh Gufa
- Pandukeshwar
1. BHEEM PUL
The historic Bheem Pul is located beside the Vyas Gufa in Badrinath in Mana Village. It is a half-hour drive from Badrinath in the town of Mana village.
The Saraswati River is crossed by a natural stone bridge. Bheem built this bridge by laying a big stone block across the Saraswati River. The spot where Draupadi fell and died is only a few meters away.
2. VYAS GUFA
Vyas Gufa is an ancient cave in Uttrakhand’s Chamoli region just a few kms away from the famous Badrinath Temple.
It is said that sage Vyas composed the Mahabharat Epic with the help of Lord Ganesh at this spot. This cave is located near Mana village which is also famous as the last village of India.
3. BRAHMA KAPAL
Brahma Kapal is a Hindu pilgrimage site located on the banks of the Alaknanda River in Badrinath.
They pay their respect to their ancestor’s souls here. This location is 2 kms away from Badrinath hills. After committing the Brahma sin lord shiva found salvation at this place.
4. ALKA PURI GLACIER
The Alka Puri Glacier is the source of water for the Alaknanda River. The magnificent glaciers surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks are a sight to behold.
Alka Puri Glacier is also recognized as the holy birthplace of Kuber, the Gandharvas, and Yakshas in India.
5. TAPT KUND
Tapt Kund is located along the banks of the holy Alaknanda River, where a large number of visitors come to take therapeutic baths.
The kund’s water has medicinal properties that help tourists with skin problems and other ailments. Lord Agni’s residence is mainly thought to be a natural hot water spring.
6. VASUNDHARA FALLS
Vasundhara Falls is located in Uttarakhand Badrinath. This fascinating waterfall is reachable via a 7 kms hike from Mana Village.
At various parts of this journey, you will be exposed to breathtaking views of mountains and little glaciers. The shower of this waterfall is believed to be auspicious and falls on those people who never committed any sins.
7. GANESH GUFA
Ganesh Gufa is a cave near Badrinath in Mana village. Lord Ganesh wrote the epic Mahabharat here more than 5000 years ago. It is 3km away from Badrinath temple.
Nature lovers and photographers are attracted to the cave and the beautiful meadows that surround it.
8. PANDUKESHWAR
Pandukeshwar is a famous village in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district.21 kms from Badrinath and 22 kms from Joshimath. It is situated at a height of 6300 feet.
It is a well-known pilgrimage site located between Joshimath and Badrinath. Pandukeshwar is home to two well-known temples. One of the is Yogadhyan Badri temple and the other is Lord Vasudev temple.
