This Temple is a sacred Hindu shrine located in the town of Badrinath, Uttarakhand, India. Dedicated to Mata Murti, the mother of Lord Badrinath (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu), this temple holds immense religious significance. According to Hindu mythology, it was Mata Murti’s penance that led Lord Vishnu to take the form of Badrinath to alleviate human suffering. Surrounded by the majestic Himalayas, the temple offers stunning views of the natural landscape. Devotees visit Mata Murti Temple to seek blessings for prosperity, well-being, and the strength to overcome challenges. The temple’s serene ambiance and breathtaking surroundings add to the spiritual experience, making it a revered pilgrimage site in the sacred town of Badrinath
If you’re traveling by road, you can reach Mata Murti Temple by taking a bus or driving. The temple is accessible via National Highway 58, which connects major cities like Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun to Badrinath. From Badrinath, Mata Murti Temple is around 3 kilometers away. You can hire a taxi or use local transportation to reach the temple from Badrinath.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Mata Murti Temple is in Rishikesh, which is approximately 295 kilometers away. From Badrinath, follow the road to Mata Murti Temple as mentioned earlier.
By Air
The nearest airport to Mata Murti Temple is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is approximately 320 kilometers away. From Dehradun, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Badrinath. From Badrinath, follow the road to Mata Murti Temple as mentioned above.
The Vyas Cave, also known as Vyas Gufa, holds immense significance in Hindu mythology and is located near Badrinath in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. It is believed to be the place where Ved Vyas, the revered sage who compiled the ancient Indian scriptures, the Mahabharata, and the Puranas, resided and composed these texts.The cave is situated around 3 kilometers from Badrinath and is nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, surrounded by majestic mountains and lush greenery.
Vyas Cave, Uttarakhand
Location
Chamoli
Famous For
Bhim Pul, Saraswati River, Vyas Gufa
Altitude
3200 mts
Badrinath Temple
3 Km From Badrinath Temple
Nearest Railway Station or Airport
Rishikesh, 250kms/ Jolly Grant Airport, 270 kms
Best time to visit Ukhimath
May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Attractions in Ved Cave
Mana Village: Known as the last village before the Indo-China border, it’s associated with Ved Gufa. Visitors can find a small temple dedicated to him here.
Badrinath Temple: Though not directly linked to Ved Gufa, it’s close to places associated with him. It’s a significant Hindu temple in Uttarakhand.
How To Reach Vyas Cave
By Road
Ved Cave is accessible by road from major cities and towns in Uttarakhand. You can take a bus or hire a taxi from nearby towns like Chamoli, Joshimath, or Rishikesh. If you’re driving yourself, the nearest major city is Rishikesh, from where you can take NH7 towards Chamoli. From Chamoli, you’ll head towards Ved Cave.
Make sure to check the road conditions and plan your journey accordingly, especially during the monsoon season.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Ved Cave is Rishikesh Railway Station, located approximately 200 kilometers away. From Rishikesh, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Chamoli or Joshimath and then proceed towards Ved Cave by road.
By Air
The nearest airport to Ved Cave is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is about 220 kilometers away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Chamoli or Joshimath.
GMVN provides various services and facilities to pilgrims and tourists who undertake the Char Dham Yatra, including transportation, accommodation, and other logistics. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and comfort of the pilgrims during this challenging journey through the rugged terrain of the Himalayas. This pilgrimage is considered highly auspicious in Hinduism, and it attracts thousands of devotees every year.
Char Dham Yatra Itinerary
Day 1 : Haridwar — to Barkot
Pickup from Haridwar Railway Station. Drive toBarkot via Mussoorie, En-route visit Kempty Fall (Suggestible to have your lunch at Kempty fall as further no good restaurants are available beforeBadkot). Overnight stay at Barkot Hotel.
Drive to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, trek start from
here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost.
The trek passes through a lush green valley, a profusion of conifers,
rhododendrons, cacti, and several species of Himalayan shrubs.
Meals included:
Breakfast & Dinner
Elevation:
3291 meters
Distance Covered:
05 kms Trek One Side (4 Hrs)
Accommodation Style:
GMVN Rest House (Double/Triple
sharing)
Day 3 : Barkot — Uttarkashi
Post breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and
drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in into the hotel. Uttarkashi is situated
on the banks of river Bhagirathi and is famous for its historical monuments,
Temples & Ashrams. In the evening, Visit the famous Vishwanath Temple.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Meals included:
Breakfast & Dinner
Elevation:
1352 meters
Distance Covered:
90 kms / 3-4 hours drive
Accommodation Style:
GMVN Rest House (Double/Triple
sharing)
Day 4 : Uttarkashi — Gangotri to Uttarkashi
Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive toGangotri. Nestled in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri is set at analtitude of 3048 mts. Upon arrival at Gangotri take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin Visit the Gangotri Temple. The 18th century’s temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near asacred stone where King Bhagirathi worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed tohave touched earth at this spot. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structuremade of white granite. After performing Pooja Late afternoon drive back toUttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Meals included:
Breakfast & Dinner
Elevation:
3048 meters
Distance Covered:
200 kms / 7-8 hours drive
Accommodation Style:
GMVN Rest House (Double/Triple
sharing)
Day 5 : Uttarkashi — Guptkashi
Drive straight to Guptkashi via Moolgarh &
Lambgoan. En route, you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The
Mandakini river comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach
Guptakashi. On arrival Check-In at the Hotel, evening visit Ardh Narishwar
Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast & Dinner
Elevation:
1319 meters
Distance Covered:
220 kms / 8-9 hours drive
Accommodation Style:
GMVN Rest House (Double/Triple
sharing)
Day 6 : Guptkashi — Kedarnath
Early morning after breakfast check out from the
hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From Sonprayag, 21 km trek to Kedarnath. You can
hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). On arrival check in
at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges ( Guest Own
Arrangement ). Or you can return back to Sonprayag as per your strength and
choices.
Note :Passengers those are opting helicopterservices here might can come back to Sitapur or back to hotel on same day. Wehave kept the stay arrangement here for consequent 03 nights. But in case of night stay in KADARNATH JI, is not included. Will be directly payable bythe passengers.
Early morning you get up before dawn and after
taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the ‘Abhishek’ to Kedarnath
Shiva. Later you’ll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag.
The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and you’ll drive to your
hotel (Guptkashi). Dinner and Overnight at Guptkashi
Morning after breakfast, drive to Badrinath.
Check in to the hotel arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims after having a bath in the
Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the
evening. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors
(Pitrus). There is another interesting sightseeing spot like
Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the
Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinathjee. Overnight
stay at Badrinath.
Mana Village
: Inhabited by an
Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara
: As the name
suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is
5 km. from Badrinath out of which 2 km. is motorable upto Mana.
Bhim Pul
: On the other side of Mana
village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring
Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down
through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed
there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
Vyas Gufa
(cave): Near Mana Village, this is
a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and
the pauranic commentaries.
Meals included:
Breakfast & Dinner
Elevation:
3033 meters
Distance Covered:
Drive: 215kms/7 to 8 Hrs
Accommodation Style:
GMVN Rest House (Double/Triple
sharing)
Day 9 : Badrinath — Joshimath – Rudraprayag
Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the
Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal, Cradled in the twin mountain ranges
of Nar and Narayan is the holiest of the four main shrines, Badrinath along the
right bank of the river Alaknanda. with the splendid Neelkanth mountains as the
backdrop, it is an important destination on the sacred itinerary of every
devout Hindu. Once the spot was carpeted with ‘badris’ or wild berries and
hence was famous as ‘Badri Van’
Drive to Rishikesh, the ‘place of sages’ is acelebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surroundedby the Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of ”Hrishikesh ” and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh.
Later transfer to Haridwar Railway Station /Dehradun Airport. Tour Terminate.
If you are planning to undertake the Char Dham Yatra, it’s advisable to check with Char Dham Yatra GMVN for the latest information on services, accommodations, and travel arrangements to make your pilgrimage a smooth and memorable experience.
