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Kedarnath & Tungnath Pilgrimage Itinerary (5 Days)

/ 4 July, 2024 / , , , , , ,

Day 1: A Sacred Beginning

  • Witness the confluence of the holy Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers at Dev Prayag Sangam.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive from Delhi to Phata (446 km), your comfortable haven for the night.

Day 2: The Ascent to Kedarnath

kedarnath temple
  • Journey from Phata to Sonprayag, the gateway to Kedarnath.
  • Take a shared taxi to Gaurikund (5 km) and embark on a memorable 16 km trek to Kedarnath.
  • Spend the night nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas in Kedarnath.

Day 3: Descend and Explore

  • Descend from Kedarnath and choose your preferred accommodation in Phata, Kund, or Tilwara.
  • Relax and reflect on your experiences at your chosen location.

Day 4: Reaching for the Heavens

  • Travel from your previous stop to the enchanting Chopta Valley.
  • Hike 3.5 km to Tungnath Mahadev Temple, the highest Shiva temple in the world.
  • Experience the tranquility of a camp stay overnight in Chopta Valley.
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Day 5: Returning Home with Blessings

  • Take in the scenic beauty on your return journey from Chopta to Delhi (428 km).
  • Make a stop at the Dhari Devi temple for additional blessings.
  • Your pilgrimage concludes upon reaching Delhi (Kashmiri Gate).

Accommodation:

  • 1 night in Phata
  • 1 night (camp/hotel) in Kedarnath
  • 1 night in Phata/Kund/Tilwara (depending on your package)
  • 1 night camp stay in Chopta Valley (triple/quad sharing)

Inclusions:

  • 4 nights of comfortable accommodation
  • 4 delicious vegetarian buffet meals (dinner and breakfast)
  • Round-trip transportation from Delhi
  • Reliable 24-hour support hotline
  • Tolls, state taxes, parking fees, and driver allowances

Exclusions:

  • Lunches
  • Hot water bucket charges in Kedarnath
  • Alcoholic drinks, bottled water, and meals/snacks on the highway
  • Costs arising from natural calamities (landslides, roadblocks, etc.)
  • Entry tickets and forest fees

Booking and Cancellation Policy:

  • A 50% advance payment per person is required.
  • The remaining balance is due before boarding the vehicle.
  • A strict cancellation policy applies with varying fees depending on the timeframe.
  • In case of unforeseen circumstances, alternative arrangements may be offered, but refunds are not applicable.

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Dhari Devi

/ 24 November, 2024 / , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Dhari Devi Temple
Srinagar-Rudraprayag Road
Kalyasaur, Srinagar, Uttarakhand


Dhari Devi Temple

Dhari Devi a temple located on the banks of the Alaknanda River between Srinagar and Rudraprayag in the Garhwal Region of Uttarakhand, India. The temple is home to the upper half of the idol of the goddess Dhari, while the lower half of the idol is located in Kalimath, where she is worshipped as a manifestation of the Goddess Kali. She is considered to be the guardian deity of Uttarakhand and is revered as the protector of the Char Dham’s. Her shrine is one of 108 Shakti Sthals in India, as numbered by Srimad Devi Bhagwat.

2013 Uttarakhand floods

The original temple of the goddess was demolished on June 16, 2013, to give way to the construction of the 330 MW Alaknanda Hydro Electric Dam built by Alaknanda Hydro Power Company Ltd (AHPCL), a subsidiary of infrastructure major,K.

Incidentally, Hours after the idol was moved, the region faced what would become one of the country’s worst natural disasters since the 2004 tsunami. The 2013 North India floods were caused by a multi-day cloudburst resulting in devastating floods and landslides washing away the entire shrine town and killing hundreds of people.Locals and devotees believe, Uttarakhand had to face the Goddess’ ire as she was shifted from her ‘mool sthan’ (original abode) to make way for a 330 MW hydel project that was left in ruins after the flood. A similar attempt in 1882 by a local king had resulted in a landslide that had flattened Kedarnath.

The new temple is now being constructed at its original location. To facilitate smooth operation of a 330 MW hydropower project being built in the area, the height of the temple was raised so that it stood above the gushing Alaknanda river. On the morning of June 16, 2013, the Dhari Devi shrine was removed and shifted to the concrete platform at a height of about 611 metres from the Alaknanda river so that it didn’t submerge in the river. On the same evening, the devastating flashfloods hit Kedarnath.”

Nearest Airport to Gangotri-> Jolly Grant-Dehradun
Nearest Airport to Railway Station-> Jolly Grant-Dehradun

Road Distance of Gangotri

Delhi to Dhari Devi- 364kms.
Dehradun to Gangotri- 161 kms.
Haridwar to Gangotri- 142 kms.
Rishikesh to to Gangotri- 122 kms.

Route for Dhari Devi

Haridwar–      Rishikesh – Viyasi – Dev Prayag– Srinagar –Dhari Devi
Dehradun–    Rishikesh – Viyasi – Dev Prayag– Srinagar –Dhari Devi

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Badrinath

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Shree Badrinath

Badarinath

Badarinath Dham is a revered pilgrimage place in Uttarakhand, India, set within the amazing mountains of the Himalayas. It stands at an impressive elevation of 3,133 meters (10,248 feet) above sea level.
The journey to Badarinath is a truly enchanting experience, winding through steep and picturesque mountainous terrain, with captivating curves and cliffs that showcase some of the Earth’s most breathtaking scenery.

Along the route to Badarinath, you’ll encounter several sacred sites, including Deo Prayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, and Vishnuprayag. Additionally, there’s Pandukeswar, where King Pandu and his queen Madri performed Tapasya (spiritual meditation), and where their sons, the Pandavas, stayed during their pilgrimage to heaven. It’s also the place where Bhima and Hanuman, both sons of Vayu (the wind god), crossed paths.

Badarinath is reputed to be a place where Lord MahaVishnu sat deeply. Legend has it that when Lord Vishnu meditated in the open, Goddess Mahalaxmi transformed into a Badari tree to shield him from the harsh weather conditions. Hence, the name “Badari Narayan” was born.

It depicts Lord Badarinarayan sitting under a Badari tree, accompanied by Kuber, Garuda, Narad, Narayan, and Nar. There is also a separate sanctum for Mahalakshmi nearby.

Behind the main temple of Lord Badarinarayan is the Lakshmi Narsimh temple, with shrines dedicated to Desikacharya and Ramanujachary. One of the natural wonders here is the Taptkund, a hot water spring located on the banks of the ice-cold Alaknanda River. The water temperature in Taptkund is a scorching 55 degrees Celsius, in stark contrast to the region’s typical cold climate, which often hovers around 9-10 degrees Celsius or even below freezing. Pilgrims traditionally take a holy dip in Taptkund before visiting the temple.

Inside the Sanctum, you’ll find the main deity, Lord Badari Narayan, along with Kuber, Narad Rishi, Udhava, and Nar & Narayan.

The temple also houses a shrine for Garuda, the divine vehicle of Lord Narayan, as well as idols of Adi Shankar, Swami Desikan, and Shri Ramanujam.

Visiting Badarinath Dham offers a unique blend of natural beauty and spiritual significance, making it a must-visit destination for pilgrims and nature enthusiasts alike.

Road Distance of Shree Badrinath

Jolly Grant- Airport Dehradun to Badrinath =311 kms.
Dehradun Railway Station to Badrinath =336 kms.
Haridwar Railway Station to Badrinath =318 kms.
Rishikesh  to Badrinath =297 kms.
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Road Route Map of Shree Badrinath

Dehradun –  Rishikesh – Devprayag – Srinagar – Rudraprayag- Gauchar- Karanprayag- Nandprayag- Gopeshwar- Pipalkoti- Joshimath- Hanuman Chatti- Badrinath

Haridwar – Rishikesh – Devprayag  –  Srinagar –  Rudraprayag  –   Gauchar- Karanprayag- Nandprayag- Gopeshwar- Pipalkoti- Joshimath- Hanuman Chatti- Badrinath.

Delhi -Meerut- Muzaffar Nagar- Khatoli- Roorkee- Haridwar- Rishikesh- Devprayag  –  Srinagar- Rudraprayag- Nagrasu- Gauchar- Karanprayag- Nandprayag- Gopeshwar- Pipalkoti- Joshimath- Hanuman Chatti- Badrinath

Rudraprayag View

Devprayag -Godly Confluence

Devprayag sangam
Rudraprayag , Jawari bypass

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