It is considered one of the Panch Badri temples, a group of five holy shrines devoted to Vishnu in the region. Adi Badri refers to a cluster of ancient temples situated in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It’s a complex consisting of 16 temples, constructed in different styles and dedicated to various Hindu deities. These temples are known for their historical significance and architectural beauty.
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Location | Chamoli |
Famous For | Sapt Badri Temple |
Altitude | 1800 mts |
Badrinath Temple | 17 kms from Karanprayag |
Nearest Railway Station or Airport | Rishikesh, 192 kms/ Jolly Grant Airport, 220 kms |
Best time to visit | May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov |
Mythology About Adi Badri
it was believed that Lord Vishnu made Adibadri his dwelling place during the Satyug, Treta, and Dwapar eras. When the age of Kalyug approached, Lord Vishnu shifted his abode to Badrinath, leading to the name “AdiBadri.” The renowned sage Maha Rishi VedViyas, who organized the Vedas into Rigveda, Samveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda, is said to have composed the Shri Mad Bhagwat Puran at this sacred site.
How To Reach Adi Badri
It is a group of 16 temples located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Here are the general directions to reach AdiBadri
Adi Badri is nearest to the Karanprayag road,
You can also take bus, private taxi from Rishikesh to Karanprayag and then to AdiBadri.
The nearest airport to AdiBadri temple is Jolly Grant which is in Dehradun and is about 210 km away from AdiBadri.
nearest railway station to AdiBadri is Rishikesh which is 192 km approx. from AdiBadri. From Rishikesh you can always take a taxi or bus to reach AdiBadri.