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Badrinath Temple

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Cost: About Badrinath Temple Weather: Time Required:2 - 3 hours Open Time:04:30 AM - 09:00 PM, May - November Cost:Puja rates - INR 500 onwards

Badrinath Temple History & Legend The history of the Badrinath Temple is vague. According to one belief, the temple was a Buddhist shrine till the 8th century after which Adi Shankara converted it into a Hindu temple. Another belief is that the temple was originally established by Adi Shankara in the 9th century. It is said that he discovered an image of Lord Badrinath in the river Alaknanda and enshrined it near Tapt Kund. He also expelled the Buddhists living in that region. In the 16th century, the King of Garhwal moved the idol in the present temple. The temple came under the British rule when the state of Garhwal was divided. The Badrinath Temple has gone through several renovations. In the 17th century, it was expanded by the Kings of Garhwal. In 1803, it was destroyed in a major earthquake and was rebuilt by the King of Jaipur. There are many tales associated with the Badrinath Temple. According to one legend, Lord Vishnu performed penance at this place and during his deep meditation, he was unaware of the harsh weather. His consort, Goddess Lakshmi, turned into a Badri tree and protected the lord. He was pleased by her efforts and therefore, named the place, Badrikashram. Badrinath Temple Architecture The Badrinath Temple, located on the banks of Alaknanda River, looks attractive from outside with the colourful main gate. It is called as the Singhdwar which is around 50 metres tall with a small cupola on top. The entire shrine is divided into three structures- the Garbha Griha or the sanctum sanctorum, the Darshan Mandap for the rituals and the Sabha Mandap for the devotees. The Garbhagriha has a conical shaped roof covered with sheets of gold and is 15 metres tall. A series of broad stairs lead devotees to the main entrance. Just inside is the mandap, a large pillared hall which has walls of intricate designs. The main shrine has an image of Badrinarayan, a 1 metre tall black stone, holding a conch and a Chakra. The sanctum also houses images of many other gods like Nar and Narayan and Lakshmi and saints like Adi Shankara, Vedanta Desika and Ramanujacharya. Badrinath Temple Opening & Closing Time There is no entry fee for devotees. The timing of the temple is 4:30 AM to 9:00 PM. There is a short break in between from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. From November to April end, the temple remains closed due to extreme weather conditions. Badrinath Temple Pooja Rates Though the regular darshan is free for all devotees, there are different amounts charged for performing special poojas or Abhishekams. The prices are- 4:30 PM to 6:30 AM Maha Abhishek (1 Person)- INR 4300Abhishek Puja (1 Person)- INR 4101 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM Ved Path (1 Person)- INR 2100Geeta path (1 Person)- INR 2500 Badrinath Special Puja Shrimad Bhagwat Saptah Path- INR 35101Entire Pujas of a day (1 Person)- INR 11700Evening Aarti/Archana & Path (6:00 PM to 9:-- PM)Swarna Aarti (1 Person)- INR 376Vishnusahasranam Path (1 Person)- INR 456Kapoor Aarti (1 Person)- INR 151 Shayan Aarti (1 Person)- INR 3100 Daily or Periodical Puja/ Bhog & Akhand Jyoti Akhand Jyoti Annual- INR 4951Ghrit Kambal Ghee on closing day- INR 4951Ghee for Deepak on closing day- INR 3511Akhand Jyoti One day- INR 1451 Puja on Special Occasions Bhagwan Nar-Narayan Janmotsava (Shrawan Month)- INR 4951Shrawani abhishek (Shrawan Month)- INR 11701Shri Krishan Janmastami Utsav- INR 10551

Best time to visit Badrinath Temple The Temple remains closed from November to April. An ideal time to visit Badrinath Temple is during summers when the temperature is moderately cold. The mercury lingers between 7 to 18 degrees Celsius. May to July provides a perfect opportunity to visit the temple. The place becomes quite dangerous in monsoons as there are chances of landslides. So, summers are the best option to head out for Badrinath. How to Reach Badrinath Temple The Badrinath Temple is in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand between Nar-Narayana hills on the banks of Alaknanda river. There is a bus stand on the Narayan Palace Road, just 1 Km from the Badrinath Temple. Also, you can take private cars or taxis. Helicopter services are also available for Badrinath from Dehradun. When it comes to the local transport, you can easily reach the temple by your car or taxi. However, exploring the town on foot is the best option.

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Tips 1. Liquor and non-vegetarian food should not be consumed in this holy town.2. It is advisable to carry ample woollen clothing since Badrinath is always chilly.3. Photography is prohibited inside the temple premises.4. It is normal to feel a little dizzy in Badrinath due to the low oxygen content in the air.

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