About Badrinath Temple
Badrinath is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in Hinduism — the final and perhaps most significant of the four Char Dhams. The temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Badrinarayan form, sits at 3,133 metres between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges in Chamoli district. Unlike Kedarnath, Badrinath is accessible entirely by motor road — no trekking required — making it accessible to pilgrims of all ages and fitness levels.
The black stone idol of Badrinarayan is 1 metre tall and is believed to be swayambhu (self-manifested). The idol was reportedly retrieved from the Alaknanda river by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century and installed in the current temple. The temple was built and rebuilt several times — the current structure is from the 17th century with subsequent renovations.
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Tapt Kund — The Hot Spring
Just below the temple is Tapt Kund — a natural sulphur hot spring that maintains a temperature of around 55°C year-round, even when the surrounding air is near freezing. Pilgrims traditionally bathe in the Tapt Kund before entering the temple for darshan. The hot spring water is considered medicinal and spiritually purifying. There are separate bathing areas for men and women.
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