Joshimath - Winter Seat of Badrinath

Joshimath, also known as Jyotirmath, is a hill town perched at the height of 6150 feet in Chamoli district of Gharwal region of Uttarakhand. Joshimath serves as an important religious centre for Hindu pilgrims and lies in the proximity to one of the four 'maths' founded by Adi Guru Shri Shankaracharya in the 8th century. This 'math' dedicated to the holy text of Hindus called Atharva Veda.

Overlooking the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga at Vishnu Prayag, Joshimath is also the winter home of Lord Badri as the idol is shifted from Badrinath to Joshimath during winters.

Nestled amid the lap of the snow-capped Himalayas, Joshimath is also known as the 'gateway for trekking' with treks Valley of Flowers Trek located is close to Joshimath. Joshimath is also a popular gateway for many places of religious importance.





Hotspots of Joshimath

Ropeway
Ropeway

This ropeway is another prime attraction of the town which is regarded as the longest ropeway in Asia towards Auli.

Ghangaria
Ghangaria

Perched high in the mountains of Himalayas, Ghangaria is a place of dreams and breathtaking scenery.

Nanda Devi National Park
Nanda Devi National Park

Nanda Devi, which is the second highest peak in India

Tapovan
Tapovan

Tapovan is a destination most famous for its hot springs. It is believed that these springs have medicinal properties

Narsingh Temple
Narsingh Temple

Beloved to be home to Lord Badrinath, the presiding deity of Narsingh Temple is Lord Narsingh.

Kalpavriksha
Kalpavriksha

Beloved to be home to Lord Badrinath, the presiding deity of Narsingh Temple is Lord Narsingh.

Vishnuprayag
Vishnuprayag

Beloved to be home to Lord Badrinath, the presiding deity of Narsingh Temple is Lord Narsingh.

 Govindghat
Govindghat

Govindghat is not just meant for the religious lovers but also for the ones who love adventures.

Bagini Glacier Trek
Bagini Glacier Trek

Bagini Glacier trek is situated in the Garhwal Himalayas. Located at the altitude of 14816 feet from sea level