Shri Badrinath Dham
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Among the oldest pilgrimage sites in India, Badrinath Dham or Badrinath temple has immense significance for Hinduism. Nestled in the Garhwal hills near the Alaknanda river, at an altitude of 10,279 ft, the temple offers scenic views of the snow-clad Himalayas and quaint surroundings. The natural beauty of the holy site draws many visitors from across the country. The temple, situated in the small town of Badrinath in the state of Uttarakhand, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu who is considered to be the protector in Hinduism. Badrinath Temple is one of the 108 Divyadesha (holy site) for Vishnu followers, and alongside 3 other sites, forms Hinduism's holiest Char Dhams, or, Four Sites of pilgrimage.
It is no wonder then, that Badrinath welcomes more than 1 million visitors every year, making it one of the most visited religious destinations in India. It is widely believed that the temple was founded by the renowned ascetic, Adi Shankaracharya.
In addition to various idols of Gods and Goddesses, Badrinath temple houses a 1 metre tall black stone idol of Lord Vishnu which is believed to be one of the eight swayam vyakta kshetras (self-manifested statues). The Vishnu shrine has a majestic gate which is painted with vivid colours. The temple also has a Tapta Kund (hot water spring) which is believed to possess medicinal properties. Visitors must plan their visit during the Mata Murti Ka Mela, or the Badri Kedar Festival. Both festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm.
According to a popular legend, Lord Vishnu came to the present-day site of the Badrinath temple seeking a quiet place where he could meditate. Enveloped by the undisturbed peace, Vishnu was so deeply engrossed in meditation, he could not even feel the bitter cold against his body. Goddess Lakshmi, who was his consort, manifested herself in the form of a Badri Tree (also known as Jujube) to make sure he was protected from extreme weather conditions. Impressed by Lakshmi's devotion, Lord Vishnu named this site Badrikashram.
The site also finds mention in the Vishnu Purana. According to the ancient text, the site was often visited by Nara and Narayana, sons of Dharam, who were in search of a place to set up their hermitage. Both men were believed to be human incarnations of Lord Vishnu. When they chanced upon the site with Alaknanda's springs, they knew they had found the ideal location for their ashram.
During the Vedic Era, the deity Badrinarayan and a temple dedicated to him at this very location, has found multiple mentions in various texts. Historical accounts suggest the temple existed since 500 BC.
Badrinath Temple is located in a place which receives extreme weather conditions, especially during winters. The temple is closed from November to April. In 2019, the temple opened its doors to pilgrims on 10th May. Although the Badrinath Yatra 2019 has ended, preparations for Badrinath Yatra 2021 have already begun. The expected dates for the yatra have been announced. Badrinath Yatra in 2021 will start from 29th April and close on 30th November.
Being an important center of Hinduism, the opening and closing dates of the temple are decided on auspicious days of the Hindu calendar. The opening date is declared on Basant Panchmi while the closing date is declared on Vijaya Dashmi.
The entry to Badrinath temple is completely free for all visitors. It remains open from 4:30 AM in the morning to 1:00 PM in the afternoon.
In the evening, the temple is open from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Darshan of Shri Badrinath Ji for the general public opens around 7:30-8:00 AM.
Many special poojas (prayers) are performed on behest of devotees. A dip in the Tapta Kund is compulsory prior to any pooja. The rituals of the morning pooja include Adhishek, Gitapath, Maha Abhishek, and Bhagwat Path, whereas evening pooja rituals are Aarti and Geet Govind. Devotees may make bookings for Badrinath poojas with the Badrinath Mandir Committee. It is widely believed that the procedures of daily rituals and prayers have been laid by Adi Shankaracharya.
Summer season, or the months from May to July is the ideal time to visit Badrinath Temple. Although landslides and road blockages do occur during monsoons, you can still visit the Badrinath Dham.
Panch Badri are the Hindu shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu. These temples, namely, Vishal Badri (Badrinath), Vridha Badri, Adi Badri, Yogdhan Badri, and Bhavishya Badri, are believed to be the abode of Vishnu. Lord Badrinath is worshipped under five different names at these five temples. A prominent pilgrimage destination for Hindus, the area commencing from Satopanth till Nandprayag is also known as Badri-Kshetra.
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Ans: Nestled in the Garhwal hills near the river Alaknanda, Badrinath Temple is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.
Ans: Yes. The journey to Badrinath can be a long and tiring one. Devotees who wish to save time and avoid a long commute may opt for a helicopter ride. The chartered ride commences at the Sahastradhara helipad in Dehradun and lasts about 50-60 minutes.
They follow a fixed schedule with charters departing early in the morning and returning in the afternoon or early evening. Travelers can book the helicopter services through us (Tour My India), and can also book the Helicopter tour to Badrinath at the last moment if they want.
Ans: The Badrinath Temple remains closed from November to April for tourists owing to extreme weather conditions.
Ans: The daily rituals, which are performed by the Rawal, commence early. The morning aarti takes place at 04:30 AM, along with Maha Abhishek prayer, and in the evening, Kapoor Aarti and Shayan Aarti take place between 06:00 PM and 09:00 PM.
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