Badrinath in Uttarakhand is surrounded by beautiful destinations that can be visited after the pilgrimage. Have a look:
Joshimath
Joshimath is the winter resting home of Shri Badrinarayan, the presiding deity of Badrinath temple. It is also one of the four monasteries established by the great philosopher and saint Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. A few highlights of Joshimath are the 1200-year-old Kalpavriksha or wish-fulfilling tree and the view of Hathi Parvat.
Auli
Auli is a region of beautiful meadows. During winters, Auli becomes a hotspot for skiing activities in Uttarakhand. It offers one of the longest cable car rides in Asia, covering about 4 km of an area covering beautiful valleys and snowy mountains.
Rudraprayag
Rudraprayag is located at the conjunction Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers. The town has critical spiritual sites as well as glaciers and lakes. Rudranath Temple, Dhari Devi Mandir, Chamunda Devi Mandir, and other shrines are truly worth visiting in this town.
Gopeshwar
It is believed that the town has got its name from Lord Krishna. The main attraction of this town is the temple of Lord Shiva, which is visited by several people each year. There is a trident of Lord Shiva made of 8 metals and as high as 5 mt in the temple premises, which cannot be removed from its place by anyone. Only if a person with a devout heart touches this trident, he or she may feel a slight shiver run down the spine. Another essential site to visit in Gopeshwar is Vaitarni Kund, where pilgrims can take a holy dip.
