Chamoli district, Uttarakhand
Badrinath Temple
spiritual • 10,830 ft
Overview
Location
Chamoli district, Uttarakhand
Altitude
10,830 ft
Best Time
May to June, September to November
Visiting Hours
4:30 AM - 9:00 PM (Darshan Timings)
Entry Fee
Free (Included)
Badrinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in Hinduism and a key pillar of the Char Dham. Located along the banks of the Alaknanda River, the temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped here as Badrinarayan. The temple features a colorful, 50-foot-tall facade resembling a Buddhist vihara, with a black stone idol inside. Before entering, pilgrims take a holy bath in the Tapt Kund, a natural hot sulphur spring situated just below the temple on the cold riverbed.
Responsible Travel & Etiquette
Remove your shoes and wash your hands before entering the temple queue
Photography of the main deity inside the inner sanctum is strictly prohibited
Respect the queues and follow guidelines in the Tapt Kund bathing areas
Maintain silence and decorum inside the temple premises
FAQs
What is Tapt Kund?
It is a group of natural geothermal hot springs located on the river bank just below Badrinath Temple, where water stays at a hot 45°C throughout the year.
How is the road connectivity to Badrinath?
Unlike Kedarnath, Badrinath is fully connected by a motorable highway, and you can drive directly to the temple entrance.
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