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Situated at a height of 3,133 meters from sea level, Badrinath is one of the highest points for a pilgrimage center. The holy town is like an abode for Hindu devotees who flock to this place during the festive seasons. The place is unequalled in sanctity when compared to other pilgrimage centers. The Badrinath temple is perched in a picturesque valley surrounded by the two mountains; Nar and Narayan. The temple is exactly located on the banks of the river Alaknanda. There are a lot more interesting facts and myths about Badrinath. Read on to know more!
The Badrinath temple is divided into 3 parts namely, the darshan mandap where the prayers are held, the sanctum sanctorum and the sabha mandap where all the devotees assemble. There are also many hot springs with very hot water pumping from down under. Another interesting fact about Badrinath is its mythological affinity. Legend has it that the place got its name from the plant of Badri, a species of local wild berries. It is said that Lord Vishnu took the shape of the berry to protect Parvati from the harsh sunlight. Hence she gave Vishnu's other name to the place.
The whole town is just about 3 square kilometers in area, which makes the place a tiny tourist spot. The main attractions of this place being the Badrinath temple and amazing hot springs. Devotees flock this place during the festive season from October to November. A quirky fact about Badrinath is that the locals are a bit on the silent side; they don't mingle and talk much with the outsiders though they are gentle people. The nearest airport is the Jolly Grant airport at about 317 km and the nearest railhead is 297 km away in Rishikesh. Well connected roads exist between Badrinath and major towns nearby.
The hotels have guests coming only in the months of April to June and October to November. The accommodation consists of quite a few well built star hotels with good rooms and service. The hotels all have well maintained facilities with continuous supply of hot water. The place is seen teeming with tourists in the festive month of October. The whole feeling about Badrinath is quite cool and divine as the climate blends in with the holy feeling of the place. So if you are looking out to observe the divine side of the Indian people and at the same time feel nature's beauty, you have to head to Badrinath!
