Very old temple, it's very nice and very peaceful.

(Translated by Google) Aadi Badrinath Temple is a very ancient temple, this is the prayer of Shri Aaj Shankaracharya ji. (Original) Aadi Badrinath Mandir yah bahut Prachin Mandir is mandir ki Pratishtha Shri Aaj Shankaracharya ji

(Translated by Google) Badrinath Temple Uttrakhand Chamoli (Original) Badrinath Mandir Uttrakhand Chamoli

Jai badrivishal

Bheem Pul, located in the charming village of Mana, the last Indian village near Badrinath, is one of the most fascinating and spiritually enriching spots in Uttarakhand. According to legend, this natural stone bridge was placed by Bheem, one of the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata, to help Draupadi cross the Saraswati River on their way to heaven. The mythological connection adds an aura of mystery and divinity to the place. The bridge itself is a massive natural rock arching gracefully over the roaring Saraswati River, whose powerful flow and thunderous sound create a breathtaking sight. Surrounded by snow-clad peaks, lush greenery, and the crisp mountain air, Bheem Pul feels like a window into another world — untouched, pure, and deeply sacred. Visitors are often mesmerized by the energy of the river, the serenity of the landscape, and the warmth of the locals who share stories of its divine origin. It’s also an ideal spot for photography, meditation, and quiet reflection. Overall, Bheem Pul isn’t just a tourist destination — it’s a blend of myth, nature, and peace, making it a must-visit gem for anyone traveling to the Himalayas.

Beautiful place 😍 The villge's traditional stone-built houses add to its rustic charm, and the locals' attire n traditional costumes reflects the rich heritage of the region. Handmade woolen clothes crafted by the vlagers are not only beautiful but also of high quality, making them ideal mementos of your visit. Mana holds deep spiritual value, with several sacred sites based on Hindu scriptures. Ved Vyas C Cave, where the sage Vyasa is believed to have written the Mahabharata, is located here, along with Ganesh Gufa and Swarg Dwar. These sites make the village an L essential stop for- those seeking both cultural and spiritual enrichment.

Mana Village, known as the “First Indian Village,” is a beautiful and serene spot near Badrinath in the Himalayas. Steeped in Mahabharata legends, it offers stunning views of the Saraswati River and snow-capped peaks. The Bhotiya community’s warm hospitality and the village’s spiritual charm make it a must-visit for travelers seeking peace, culture, and a touch of mythic history.

Mana village, located near Badrinath in Uttarakhand, is known as the last Indian village on the Indo-Tibet border. It is famous for its natural beauty, ancient caves, and mythological significance, as it is believed to be the place where the Pandavas began their journey to heaven.

Bheem Paul Mana Village It is said that Bhima had made a path to heaven by placing stones on the Saraswati river here. After walking 5 km further, the holy Vasundhara Falls also comes.

Bheem pul it is located in Mana the first village of India on the border with Tibet, it is 3 km from Badrinath and is built over Saraswati River one can easily reach pull by walking towards Manja village from Badrinath. At the end of the village. A big border over a revival can be seen. It is the famous of Mahabharata fame.

The Bheem Pul is located in the Mana village of Badrinath. It is said that the second Pandava brother Bhimsen made this pool by placing a huge rock over the Saraswati river so that the Pandavas and their wife can walk to the way of Heaven (route of 'Mahaprashthan'). It’s a 20 minute walk from the car parking.

The Vasudhara Falls trek is one of the most serene and spiritually enriching Himalayan experiences, tucked away near the sacred town of Badrinath in Uttarakhand. Located at an altitude of around 12,000 feet, the waterfall plunges dramatically from a height of nearly 400 feet, offering a breathtaking spectacle. The trek is not just about reaching a destination—it’s a journey steeped in mythology, solitude, and natural grandeur. The journey begins from Mana, known as the last Indian village before the Tibet border. The trail is approximately 6 km one way and can be completed in about 3 to 4 hours, depending on pace and stamina. The path is moderately difficult, mostly consisting of rocky terrain, gradual climbs, and exposed sections. Though physically demanding in parts, especially for beginners or those affected by high altitude, it remains manageable for anyone with basic fitness. What makes this trek truly unique is the combination of mythological significance and scenic beauty. According to ancient beliefs, the waters of Vasudhara remain untouched by those impure in heart—a legend that adds a sense of introspection to the journey. Pilgrims and trekkers alike often pause along the way, not just to catch their breath but to absorb the spiritual aura that surrounds the route. On a clear day, the surrounding peaks, including Neelkanth and Chaukhamba, stand majestically like silent guardians of the valley. The first part of the trek ascends steadily from Mana, passing through barren yet striking landscapes. The roar of the Alaknanda River fades as the valley opens up into raw Himalayan wilderness. Unlike popular trails bustling with trekkers, the Vasudhara route is peaceful, offering long stretches of solitude broken only by the whistling mountain breeze or distant bird calls. It’s an ideal trek for those seeking reflection and quietude over thrill and crowd. Reaching Vasudhara is a rewarding moment. The waterfall, with its thin yet powerful plume of water cascading down a steep cliff, appears like a silver ribbon against the rocky backdrop. During summer, wildflowers bloom in the meadows below, adding a burst of colour to the austere landscape. Sitting at the base of the falls, one can feel a cooling mist carried by the wind—refreshing after a challenging climb. It’s easy to lose track of time while gazing at the falls and snow-draped peaks beyond. However, trekkers must be mindful of the weather. Conditions can change rapidly; early mornings are best suited for the trek to avoid afternoon clouds or rain. Good trekking shoes, warm clothing, water, and snacks are essential, as no shops or tea stalls exist beyond Mana. Acclimatization is also important, especially for those coming directly from lower altitudes

🌿 Vasudhara Falls – A Hidden Heaven in the Himalayas Tucked away in the mystical mountains near Mana Village, just a few kilometers from Badrinath, Vasudhara Falls is nature’s poetry in motion. Cascading from a height of over 400 feet, this magnificent waterfall feels like it’s falling straight from the heavens. The trek to Vasudhara is not just a hike — it’s a soul-stirring journey. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, ancient legends, and absolute silence, every step feels sacred. It is believed that the falls only touch those who are pure at heart, adding a divine touch to its beauty. 🌄 When you finally reach, the view is breathtaking — a thundering stream of crystal-clear water, crashing down into the valley with the Alaknanda River flowing in the distance. The energy, the peace, and the sheer majesty of this place leave you speechless. 📿 A perfect blend of mythology, adventure, and natural beauty, Vasudhara Falls is a must-visit for every seeker, trekker, and dreamer. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Vasudhara is not just a waterfall… it’s a divine whisper from the Himalayas. Unforgettable.

The waterfall is magnificent... beautiful. The trek is of 5km easy to moderate and worth it.

Literally its the heaven on earth - abode of heavenly tranquility and divine bliss. Forget Europe, forget USA, NEW ZEALAND. This place is a gem in itself not only for its scenic beauty but also for its sanctity and spiritual significance. It is said that the heavenly waters of this waterfall is blessed by washing the divine feet of LORD VASUDEVA Sri Krishna. So one must go there not just to have a glimpse from distance, but reach very near to its base in order to have the waters fall on his head like 'shantijal'.

Vasudhara is a waterfall located in Chamoli district utharaghand . It’s also around 14 km distance from Badrinath temple . Must visited trekking spot in India around 10 km extreme trekking will lead to a breathtaking view . If you are an adventure tourist Vasudhara will never disappoint.

Treck of 4 km Up down Treck of around 8 km with Amazing view. Do carry water and Chocolate.

Vasudhara Falls is a waterfall near Badrinath in Uttarakhand, India, known for its spiritual significance and stunning natural beauty. It's believed to be a place where prayers are answered and the waterfall's waters are said to be reserved for those with pure hearts.

Significance Of Saraswati River In Hindu History Saraswati River was a manifestation of Goddess Saraswati. She is the goddess of knowledge, music and creativity. Many Sanskrit texts refer that Kartikey, one of the children of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, was appointed the Commander of Deva forces near the bank of Saraswati River. Lord Parshuram, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, bathed in the water of Saraswati River to repent for the sin of killing tyrant Kshatriyas. King Pururava, mentioned in Mahabharata, met his to-be-wife Urvashi near the banks of the Saraswati River. Not only the war of Mahabharata was fought near the Saraswati River, its recital also happened near the banks Sarswati river is said to be disappeared nowadays but in the first Village of mana you can see the origin of Saraswati river. White water running between the cliff, the sound of it gives you emmense pleasure just by watching and listening it. It is said to be a story that when sage ved vyas quoting the Mahabharata and lord yis writting, sarswati river is flowing with a lot of sound. Ved Vyas asked sarswati to make less noise as it is disturbing him but she did not listen. So ved vyas told her to be disappeared from the world and she did. The river is so beautiful although small but the water seems different more religious and more spiritual.

If you want to see the sacred Saraswati River, there’s only one place on Earth to do it—Mana Village. Nestled in the high Himalayas near Badrinath, this is where the mythical river bursts forth from the mountains, foaming and roaring with a power that takes your breath away. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha himself declared that Saraswati would not be visible anywhere else in the world, making this sight truly one of a kind. Before you reach the river, the village greets you with a charming market full of handwoven shawls, woolen caps, traditional crafts, and friendly locals happy to share their stories. Don’t miss the “Last Tea Shop of India,” where you can enjoy hot chai while gazing at snow peaks. The beauty of the Saraswati here is unmatched—its crystal-clear, icy waters tumble over rocks with incredible force, framed by lush greenery and ancient stone paths. Just a short walk away lies Bheem Pul, a colossal boulder said to have been placed by Bhima from the Mahabharata to help the Pandavas cross the river. The combination of living culture, stunning landscapes, and epic legends makes Mana an unforgettable destination. A must-visit for anyone seeking the magic of India’s heritage and nature in one place.

The place is not fully developed from earlier. Now you will find many shops just after mana parking. The place is quite crowded as there is very small area at main point. Overall place it worth to visit it. You will find Sarasvati temple and river. Temple is also converted to big temple which is attraction point. I would recommend everyone to visit at least once if you are coming yo Badrinath. You need to walk for approx 1km from parking.

There is a Saraswati temple near the Saraswati river and Bhim pul in Mana village. We need to trek for about 500m from car park. Also swarga rohini arch is found nearby from where the Pandavas went to swarga. We didn't go beyond this point as the locals suggested that it would be difficult for us to manage.

The Saraswati River near Mana village in Uttarakhand is highly revered for both its spiritual and mythological significance as well as its unique natural setting.

The Sarasvati River is a deified river first mentioned in the Rig Veda. Already since the 19th century, attempts have been made to identify the mythical Sarasvati of the Vedas with physical rivers. Many think that the Vedic Sarasvati river once flowed east of the Indus (Sindhu) river. Scientists, geologists as well as scholars have identified the Sarasvati with many present-day or now-defunct rivers. Two theories are popular in the attempts to identify the Sarasvati. Several scholars have identified the river with the present-day Ghaggar-Hakra River or dried up part of it, which is located in Northwestern India and Pakistan. Saraswati River, a tributary of Alaknanda River, originates near Badrinath. Saraswati River in Bengal, formerly a distributary of the Hooghly River, has dried up since the 17th century. Considered sacred by millions of Indians, Saraswati is one among the trio of India's holy rivers, along with Ganga and Yamuna. As per the documents submitted by the Haryana government in the recent case, around 6000 years ago the Saraswati river disappeared due to tectonic disturbances, impacting its tributaries.

Saraswathi River is located near by Badrinath, 3kms from badrinath, River is So beautiful.. inside it's going becoming GuptaGamini name.

The famous Vyas peeth is situated at a high altitude in Mana Village the Last Indian village before China border . Mana village has etched a special mark in the Hindu philosophy that all the Pandavas and Droupathi went to Swargarohana from this point . We can see Saraswati river Bhim Shila and Ganesha Guha . On this auspicious place Lord Ganesha wrote Mahabharata as told by Vyasa muni . The place is chilly and pleasant , must visit for those who take on Badrinath shrine visit .

The cave is located just a short walk from Mana’s main market, making it easily accessible even for casual visitors. Along the way, you’ll pass the roaring Saraswati River, charming local shops, and breathtaking mountain views. Once at the cave, you can see a small shrine dedicated to Sage Vyasa, where pilgrims light lamps and offer prayers. Visiting Shri Ved Vyas Gufa is more than sightseeing—it’s an immersion into India’s literary and spiritual heritage. The combination of myth, history, and raw Himalayan beauty makes this a must-visit for anyone coming to Mana. A timeless place where epic history was born.

You have to walk 1.5 km from.parking. it's a steep walk but worth watching. You get palki and pithu in case you are not able to walk

Cave of Ved Vyas is located in Mana Village. Mana is last Indian Village. It is not that crowded on weekdays. One can visit only in summers, october and november. The cave has a very peaceful environment. Parking is a on road only. One will have to walk for atleast 1 to 1.5 KM to reach the cave. However its worth walking. A lots of scenic beauty is available along with local shops also.

Government has to intervene to maintain the sanctity of the place, and maintain and upkeep. It cannot become another tourist spot with chaos. Hope this will be taken care off! The place is absolutely divine with the views that are breathtaking! The caves and the water gushing out from behind, the origins of Saraswati river all around you get divine vibes! Religiously so important all nearby spots are! Much recommended! Request all tourists to maintain decorum and keep the area tidy.

Shri Ved Vyas Gufa in Mana Village is one of the spiritual sites. This ancient cave is believed to be the very place where Sage Ved Vyasa composed the Mahabharata, with Lord Ganesha The cave is located just a short walk from Mana village main market, making it easily accessible even for casual visitors.

It's a hybrid place but the parking system socks badly... Even though they take parking fee but still they don't manage.parking and few fools park it in appropriately and disturb others. It's worth parking a vehicle as far as possible.

It is about 100-200 mts from the main temple. ghat situated on the banks of Alaknanda River. It is the final place for doing pind daan for ancenstors. No need to do it at any other place after doing it here. Process is very simple. Go to temple 1 day before the day you want to do pind daan. Buy a ticket of Rs 31 from temple. You will get bhog from temple next morning at 6:30 AM. That needs to be taken to the ghat. You will find lot of panda's there who will do. Best thing about this place is the process they have. All panda's are from temple. They will not force you to give more amount.. its all your intent.. there are 3 steps there. 1. Pind daan ( you are supposed to give some dakshina here), 2. Tarpan - this is next to the Alaknands river (here also some dakshina) and 3rd is shanti Havan (Dakshina here as well). Overall it will takne 1-1.5 hrs. I found lot of peace here and felt really good.

Hey hi guys, This is Prasanth gupta (Instagram I'd:- @Solo_travelleer ). -->which is quite near and walkable from the Badrinath temple. --> near to the tapta kunda beside of alakananda river. --> the priests are demanding bit extra and asking for more money.

Please whatever u hav shown about brahma its good to praise your god but do not degrade about catholic religions

Just near Badrinath mandir a very religious place.... wonderful view of the Himalayas with lots of serene sites...the place has lots of different areas to visit like Vyas cave, Vasudhara and trekking through the Himalayas... the place explains itself when you visit so do travel and trek to this place

It is about 100-200 mts from the main temple. ghat situated on the banks of Alaknanda River. It is the final place for doing pind daan for ancenstors. No need to do it at any other place after doing it here. Process is very simple. Go to temple 1 day before the day you want to do pind daan. Buy a ticket of Rs 31 from temple. You will get bhog from temple next morning at 6:30 AM. That needs to be taken to the ghat. You will find lot of panda's there who will do. Best thing about this place is the process they have. All panda's are from temple. They will not force you to give more amount.. its all your intent.. there are 3 steps there. 1. Pind daan ( you are supposed to give some dakshina here), 2. Tarpan - this is next to the Alaknands river (here also some dakshina) and 3rd is shanti Havan (Dakshina here as well). Overall it will takne 1-1.5 hrs. I found lot of peace here and felt really good.

Vishnu The temple and town form one of the four Char Dham and Chota Char Dham pilgrimage sites. The temple is also one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Badrinath—holy shrines for Vaishnavites.

Very good place but not a good place for small kids.

Ohhh my God.... Uttarakhand is really a Dev Bhoomi... I must say it's one of the most beautiful, serine & Holy place I have travelled in several countries... Badrinath is one of the char dham in Uttarakhand. People claim that, Lord Shiva use to reside here in Badrinath, But lord Vishnu has asked for this place, hence Lord Shiva has given this place to Lord Vishnu and recided in Kailash. Temple's serenity is just incredible....U'll feel heaven on earth where the temple is surrounded by the Himalayas and Alaknanda River... Wowwwwwwwwwwwww. Worth every moment spent. Please feel free to approach me if anybody wants to do 2x Dham or 4x dham. I'll guide you in detail. You surely need 8+days for 2x dham and very very important temples and around 10-11+ days to cover4x dham Yatra.

Badrinath Dham, Uttarakhand 🕉️ A divine and soul-touching place surrounded by the majestic Himalayas and the holy Alaknanda River. The serenity, spiritual energy, and scenic beauty here are beyond words. The temple’s architecture is stunning, and the atmosphere fills you with peace and devotion. 🌿 Very well maintained and organized for pilgrims. ✨ Best time to visit: May to October (during open season). 🙏 Truly a place where faith meets the beauty of nature.

Best place . 10/10 view & vibe A Divine Experience at Badrinath Dham My overall experience at Badrinath was truly wonderful and spiritually uplifting. Visiting one of the Char Dhams felt like a once-in-a-lifetime journey. The temple, nestled among the snow-capped Himalayan peaks and beside the Alaknanda River, radiates pure peace and devotion. The air itself feels sacred and refreshing — there’s something magical about this place that words can hardly describe. The darshan process was smooth, although depending on the time of day and season, queues can get quite long. The priests and local people were very helpful and guided us properly. The view of the temple with the mountains in the backdrop during sunrise and evening aarti was breathtaking — it gave me goosebumps. The shops around the temple offer prasad, woollens, and souvenirs at reasonable prices. The roads leading to Badrinath are well-maintained compared to older times, though the journey is still quite adventurous with winding mountain paths. Food options are simple but decent — perfect for such a holy destination. Overall, my visit to Badrinath Dham was peaceful, refreshing, and deeply satisfying. Whether you’re spiritual or not, this is a place everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.

Beautiful place to visit.. specially the temple is awesome. There will be crowd for Puja. But it's lifetime experience to visit and see lord Vishnu in mesmerizing temple. Govt. Is now working to renovate the place and making it small town in himalya. You'll get feeling like an europian city located in hills

A devine location and ideally no reviews should can make it bigger it's just your devotion. The place is fantastic just requires better organisation. The best organized Temple is Maa Vaishno Devi Katra. This place is amazing but I don't think they are in any position to handle crowd. Hence whatever you plan it may not work out there as crowd can be quite variable. Darshan was good and amazing

This was my second visit to Badrinath. This time it was on my new Adventure Bike BMW R 1300 GS. Fantastic journey and Elysian destination. Badrinath has changed a lot in last five years. Roads, infrastructure and facilities and immensely developed and are still getting developed. Road to Mana village also is awesome. Highly recommend tourists to visit this Dham of Bhagwan Vishnu. Road till Badrinath and Mana Village is Motorable for four wheelers also.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Badri Narayan). Pilgrims experience not only divine spirituality but also breathtaking Himalayan beauty and the soothing flow of the Alaknanda River. Visiting Badrinath is seen as a journey of faith, devotion, and inner peace. 🙏🌿