In the Indian state of Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, in the town of Badrinath, lies the Hindu temple known as the Badrinath Temple. Together with Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri, it is one of India's Char Dham pilgrimage circuit's four holy temples. Lord Vishnu, who is worshiped in this temple in the form of Badrinarayan, is the designated deity.
The stunning snow-capped Himalayan Mountains frame the temple, which is located on the banks of the Alaknanda River. The renowned Hindu scholar Adi Shankara, who lived in the eighth century, is thought to have founded the temple. The temple is constructed of stone and wood, and its architecture is a fusion of Kumaon and Garhwal cultures. The major deity of the temple is a 3.3-foot-tall black stone statue of Lord Vishnu that is kept in the Garbhagriha of the building. From late April to early November each year, the temple is open for six months. Thousands of followers come to the temple at this time to ask Lord Badrinath for his blessings. The temple plays a significant role in the Char Dham Yatra, one of the holiest pilgrimages in Hinduism. In addition to its religious significance, Badrinath Temple is well-known as a tourist destination because of its magnificent natural beauty and serene surroundings. Tourists may explore nearby attractions like the Valley of Flowers National Park, Mana Village, and Vasudhara Waterfall, to name just a few.