Let’s know more about the city of Joshimath in detail:
The Sacred town of Joshimath
Joshimath, or Jyotirmath, is an important religious place in Uttrakhand. According to the beliefs, this city is near one of the four maths that Adi Guru Shankaracharya founded in the 8th century. This is why it is considered a sacred town. Another reason behind its great significance is that it is also the winter home of Lord Badri. Every year the idol of Lord Badri is shifted from the Badrinath temple to the Vasudev temple in the city. It is home to numerous temples, including the Narasimha and Gauri Shankar. Apart from this, it also has the 1200 years old sacred Kalpvriksha.Why visit Joshimath?
Although the city of Joshimath is more of a religious place, it also has some trekking points, national parks, sightseeing destinations, and camping sites. Also, the homestays here give you a great insight into the rich culture of Uttarakhand. Located right below the snow-covered Himalayas, offering some amazing picturesque locations, this place can be heaven for photography lovers.Best time to visit Joshimath
The best time to visit Joshimath is from April to November. The other seasons witness extreme weather conditions,; thus, they are unsuitable for travel.How to reach Joshimath?
Joshimath is located in the Chamoli District. Being situated on the hill, you must reach the nearest plains and take any road transport. The following options are available to get the most immediate plain area to Joshimath-
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By Train
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By Road
Places to visit around Joshimath
- Ropeway to Auli
- Narsingh Temple
- Kapavriksha
- Vishnuprayag
- Ghangaria
- Gari Bhavani Temple
- Nanda Devi National Park
- Tapovan
- Govindghat
- Bagini Glacier Trek
