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Char Dhaam Yatra - At a Glance
Chaar dham means Four Dhams i.e. Four religious places. Char dham in Uttarakhand is a collective term used for religous circuit covering Holy hindu pilgrimage centres of Badarinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. This is considered as most sacred religious places to be visited by Hindus, to get rid of their sins and pave path to ultimate goal of human life - the Moksha, ie redemption from cycle of birth & death in this world. Every Hindu is expected to perform the Yatra at least once in their life time. There is no restriction on visiting the temples for Foreigners, Women etc., Nor is there any strict Dress code, even though devotees are advised to dress decently. Piligrims performing the Chaar Dhaam yatra are also requested not to use Polyrhene bags, to preserve the sanctity of the temples and conserve the environment.
All four temple shrines are located in Garhwal Himalayas range of Uttarakhand.Haridwar is the traditional point to start Char Dhaam Yatra of Uttarakhand. Haridwar is in the plains and easily accessible by Road and Train from other locations of India, including New Delhi. It is also accessible by Road from Dehradun, which has Airport. So, Piligrims can fly to Dehradun from Delhi and other locations in India and then proceed to Haridwar by Road travel.Read more
Yamunotri
Altitude- 3293 metres
Prominence- Source of River Yamuna
Location- About 40 km away from Barkot.
Start Date- April - May of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
Close Date- Oct of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
Gangotri
Altitude- 3415 metres
Prominence- Source of River Ganges
Location- About 95 km away from Uttarkashi.
Start Date- April - May of every year. Auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya. Exact dates will be announced later.
Close Date- Oct of every year.Auspicious day of Bhai Duj, Exact dates will be announced later.
Shri Kedarnath Dhaam
Altitude- 3553 metres
Prominence- Dedicated to Lord Shiva
Location- About 123 km away from Haridwar.
Start Date- April - May of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
Close Date- Oct/Nov of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
Shri Badarinath Dhaam
Altitude- 3300 metres
Prominence- Dedicated to Lord Vishnu
Location- About 394 km away from Haridwar.
Start Date- April - May of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
Close Date- Oct/Nov of every year. Exact dates will be announced later.
About Commitee
Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee was formed in 1939 for worship and management of Shri Badarinath Temple and in 1942, 45 other temples in Uttarakhand including Shri Kedarnath were brough under purview of BKTC. The management of all the temples is done by BKTC based on the Donations and Funds received from devotees. The BKTC also arranges for Rituals and worship by Piligrims in all 46 temples in Uttarakhand under purview of BKTC.
Chairman's Message
JAI BADARI - KEDAR!
" Thank you in anticipation of the interest we hope to receive from your side.
Shri Kedarnathji, one of the twelve highly revered JYOTIRLINGAS, is situated at the high altitude and is the shrine where Pandavas after the victory in Mahabharata offered puja for purification of their souls for the sin of killings at that epic war.
Shri Badarinathji holds the greatest significance among the four DHAMs established by Adi Shankarachrya and is considered to be the only MOKSHA Dham. It is here that LORD VISHNU observed TAPASYA and infused the area with divine energy and instant blessings for all who visit here. The holiest of the rivers, the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati emanate from this region. The Badarinath and the Kedarnath temples have other 45 temples of PAURANIC period.
In fact this holy Himalayan region has the sanctity of being called Dev Bhoomi. However the believers of Sanatan Dharma, the Hindus, and the modern-day tension laden human beings need to be reminded of the divine bliss and unexplored wonders which they would find here.
Despite the inherent divinity and serenity the holy temples, ghats and the dharmshalas here are in a dilapidated condition with inadequate pilgrim facilities. Hence Shri Badarinath - Shri Kedarnath Mandir Samiti, a Government body, has decided to request the SANATAN DHARMA followers in India and throughout the world to donate generously at these twin pilgrim centers. We invite you to join this divine movement launched by Shri Badarinath - Shri Kedarnath Temples Committee."Read more
Committee Members
The number of committee members is 17. They comprise:
- Members selected by the Uttaranchal Legislative Assembly - 3
- Member selected by the Zilla Parishad of Zilla Garhwal - 1
- Member selected by the Zilla Parishad of Zilla Tehri - 1
- Member selected by the Zilla Parishad of Zilla Chamoli - 1
- Member selected by the Zilla Parishad of Zilla Uttarkashi - 1
- Members nominated by the State Government - 10
Chairman and Vice chairman of the committee is nominated by the State Government.Read more
BKTC Committee Functions
Shri Badarinath Kedarnth temple committee was formed in 1939 for worship of the Shri Badarinath, in which, in the year 1942 the other 45 temple including Shri kedarnath were include.Main Functions of BKTC Includes- Read more
Temple Management
The management is done by the donation funds received by the temple committee.
Free Education
Shri Badarinath Kedarnth temple committee conducts 4 Sanskrit PG College for the upliftment of Sanskrit education. Free education is provided to students studying.
Free Food
Every day at Shri Badarinath and Kedarnath Temple Nitya Niyam Bhog is prepared, in which the pilgrims who come to the Dham are provided free of cost from the temple premises in the afternoon.
Free Mediacal Aid
An Ayurvedic pharmacy is also operated by shri Badarinath kedarnath temple committee to upgrade Himalayan herbs.
Cottages for Saints
Saints cottages have been built for the convenience of the sadhu saints in shri Badarinath Dham.
Rules for Routine Workship
Temple Committee are arranged regular rules of the routine worship in 45 others temple including Shri Badarinath Ji and Shri Kedarnath Ji.
Temples Managed by Committee
Shri Badarinath Kedarnath temple committee was formed in 1939 for overseeing worship of Shri Badarinath by Piligrims. In 1942, Forty Five other temples of Uttarakhand including Shri Kedarnath, were included under scope of committee operations. The management of temples are done based on Donation funds received from Piligrims. Temple Committee arranges for worship in all 46 Temples including Shri Badarinath Ji and Shri Kedarnath Ji.Read more
The Temple of Shri Tunganath at Tunganath
Located on the Chandranath parbat in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Tungnath is one of the sacred Panch Kedar. It is the highest temple of Lord Shiva perched at an astounding elevation of 3680 mts above sea level.
Opening Date : 10th of May of 2019
Closing Date : 29th of Oct for 2019
How To Reach
By Road: Tungnath can be approached from Kund-Gopeshwar road up to Chopta about 212 km from Rishikesh via Chamoli-Gopeshwar-Chopta route. Buses and taxi service are easily available along the route. From Chopta, you have to take the short 3 km trek route to reach the Tungnath temple.
By Rail: Rishikesh railway station located at a distance of 205 km from Tungnath is the nearest.
By Air: The Jolly Grant airport at 223 km from Tungnath is the closest airport.
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BrahmaKapal, the Shila and the compound (Parikrama) at Badarinath
Brahma Kapal is a ghat situated on the banks of Alaknanda River and is situated in the vicinity of BBadariath temple. It is a flat platform where Hindus perform several rituals and pay homage to the departed souls and also proffer sraddha to their ancestors.
Best Time to Visit: May, Jun, Sep, Oct
How To Reach
By Road: Badarinath is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Badarinath is Rishikesh.
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Badarinath situated at a distance of 314kms.
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Mata Murti Temple at Badarinath
This Devi temple is dedicated to the Mata Murti - mother of Nar and Narayan (Lord Badarinath). Every year, on the eve of Shravan Dwadashi or Vaman Dwadashi a fair is held at the Mata Murti temple. Many devotees visiting Badarinath also pay reverence to Mata Murti as well during their Yatra.
Best Time to Visit: May, Jun, Sep, Oct
How To Reach
By Road: Badarinath is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Badarinath is Rishikesh.
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Badarinath situated at a distance of 314kms.
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BHAVISHYA BADARI TEMPLE AT SUBHAIN
Bhavishya Badari is one of the Panch Badari pilgrimage worshipped by Hindu pilgrimages as the future Badari as it suggests by its name. It is considered as the next adobe of Lord Vishnu when the current Badarinath temple will be permanently closed. The black idol of Lord Vishnu can be seen in a meditative posture. The idol is adorned with flower garlands and peacock feathers.
Best Time to Visit: March to May and September to November
How To Reach
By Road: Joshimath is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Joshimath is Rishikesh railway station at a distance of 250 kms on NH58.
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Joshimath situated at a distance of 272 kms
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Yogdhyan Badari Temple at Pandukeshwar
Yogdhyan Badari Temple is one of holy 'Sapta Badari' or seven Badari's located at Pandukeshwar, Badarinath. Abode of Utsava-murti (festival-image) or Lord Udhava and Lord Kuber in winters, Yogadhyan Badari Temple is the place of worshipping Lord Vishnu meditative posture idol. Legends believed that King Pandu installed the bronze idol of Lord Vishnu in Yogdhyan Badari shrine.
Best Time to Visit:May, Jun, Sep, Oct,
How To Reach
By Road: Badarinath is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Badarinath is Rishikesh railway station
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Badarinath situated at a distance of 314 kms
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The Temple of Shri Madmasheshwar at Madmasheshwar
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva is part of famous Panch Kedars. This is the fourth temple to be visited in the Panch Kedar Pilgrimage circuit; the other temples being Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath and Kalpeshwar. There are two other smaller shrines, one for Shiva's consort Parvati and the other dedicated to the Ardhanarishwara.
Best Time to Visit:May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
How To Reach
The temple is not directly accessible by road and has to be reached by a 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) uphill trek from Gaurikund. Pony and manchan service is available to reach the structure.
By Road: Gaurikund is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Gaurikund is Rishikesh railway station
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Gaurikund
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TaptaKund, the tank and the spring at Badarinath
Taptakund, as the name suggests is a hot water spring, which lies between Badarinath shrine and Alaknanda River. This thermal spring is situated in the Badarinath temple in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The Taptakund is a natural hot water spring, having 45 degrees temperature.
At a distance of 1 km from Badarinath Bus Stand, Tapt Kund is a natural hot water spring located at the entrance of Badarinath Temple in Badarinath town.
Best Time to Visit:May, Jun,Sep, Oct
How To Reach
By Road: Badarinath is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Badarinath is Rishikesh railway station
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Badarinath situated at a distance of 314 kms
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Nirishinha Temple at Joshimath
It is located at Joshimath. The statue of Narsimh Bhagwan is carved out of a shaligram is an exquisite work of art. It is generally believed that one arm of the statue is becoming thinner and thinner and ultimately in the last stage of Kaliyug this arm will breakdown. Pujas are performed here throughout the year, especially during the period when Badarinath temple is closed due to the heavy snowfall, so Shri Badarinath puja is also performed here.
Best Time to Visit:Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
How To Reach
Narsingh Temple is situated at lower bazaar in Joshimath. One can reach Narsingh Temple easily by walk from Joshimath bus stand. Nearest rail connectivity is at Dehradun (294 kms) or Rishikesh railway station (256 kms).Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun(272 kms) is the only airport to reach near Joshimath.
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The Temple of Shri Vishwanath Ji at Guptkashi
Thedivine Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva's Vishwanath avatar that literally suggests ‘The Master of Universe’ is located in Guptkashi town of Rudraprayag district.
Best Time to Visit:Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
How To Reach
About 1 km walking distance from main road Guptkashi
By Road: Guptkashi is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state. Buses to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Srinagar are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Guptkashi is Rishikesh railway station
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Guptkashi situated at a distance of 190 kms
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Upcoming Events
Char Dhaam Yatra 2020 Opening
(Shri Badrinath Kapat will open on 30th April 2020 and Shri Kedarnath will open on 29th April 2020, Devotees can start online Booking for Puja, Aarthi, Archana etc now through this portal.)
Contact Us
Contact for queries related to Shri Badarinath and Shri Kedarnath Temple Committee
Head Office (Shri Badarinath Dhaam)
Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (Joshimatt/ Badarinath) Near Narsingh Temple, Post Joshimath, District Chamoli, Uttarakhand Contact Number- 01389-222083Head Office (Shri Kedarnath Dhaam)
Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (Ukhimatt/ Kedarnath) Omkareswar Temple, Post Ukhimatt, District Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand Contact Number- 01364-284228Camp Office (Dehradun)
Shri Badarinath - Shri Kedarnath Temples Committee Saket, Lane No-7, Canal Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand - 248001. INDIA. Fax Number- 0135-2741600