Joshimath Tour and Travel Guide

Joshimath–Merge with Divine Influence

About Joshimath, Uttarakhand Tour and Travel Guide

Joshimath, also called Jyotirmath, is a hill region located at an elevation of more than six thousand feet in Chamoli. Joshimath is a crucial region for Hindu devotees and is in close proximity to the four seats established by Adi Guru Shri Shankaracharya during the 8th century. This 'math' primarily concentrates on Atharva Veda. You can come here through Joshimath tour packages conducted by Hellovisit.

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Overlooking the fusion of Alaknanda as well as Dhauliganga at Vishnu Prayag, Joshimath is the winter abode of Lord Badri because of the shift of the idol from Badrinath to Joshimath in the winter season. You can come here through the Uttaranchal trip packages. Set in the snow-clad Himalayas, Joshimath is also referred to as the entry spot for trekking and the trek to the Valley of Flowers can be commenced from here. Joshimath is also the entry point to various other spots of religious significance. You can come here on the Uttarakhand religious tour.

• Places to Visit Joshimath
• WHY JOSHIMATH?
• THINGS TO DO
• HOW TO REACH?
• BEST TIME TO VISIT
• AVERAGE TRIP DURATION
• PLACES TO STAY

Places to Visit Joshimath

Ropeway, Joshimath

This ropeway is an important attraction and is considered the longest ropeway towards Auli. The service is operational during summers and provides a mesmerizing glimpse of the snow-covered Himalayas. The cost exceeds Rs 500.

Ghangaria, Joshimath

Located at a high elevation in the Himalayas, Ghangaria is a region of mesmerizing scenery. It is also the commencing point to the well-known trek towards Valley of Flowers. Pilgrims also move to Hemkund Sahib from here. Set at an elevation of 3000 meters in the center of the Western Himalayas, Ghangaria provides a panoramic view with a splendid landscape that soothes your mind. You can come here through the Uttarakhand holiday tour package. People have lived in this region for centuries despite tough weather conditions. Here you are totally cut off from city life and find peace. It is also a preferred place for adventure buffs. You can come here through the Uttarakhand adventure trip packages.

Nanda Devi National Park, Joshimath

Close to Nanda Devi, the second highly elevated peak in India, you find the Nanda Devi National Park located in Chamoli. The national park is in the list of UNESCO world heritage sites and is among the most highly biodiverse areas in the globe. Here you find the distinct high-elevation flora and fauna. You will be merged with the breathtaking views of the region. It is among the famous national parks of India and you can come here through the Uttarakhand trip package conducted by Hellovisit.

The region was transformed into a national park in 1982 for the protection of flora and fauna and to provide safety from any further degradation of nature. Today, it is among the highly ecological hotspots in the globe and here you find different species of birds, mammals, plants, trees as well as butterflies. You can come here through the Uttaranchal adventure packages. The Nanda Devi National Park provides incredible choices for trekking as well as hiking and is a darling region for the adventure lover. Trek towards the base camp is indeed a challenging task. The Nanda Devi National Park is open for only six months in the year. It opens from 1 May to 31 October. There are innumerable opportunities to explore the environment in this region. The Valley of Flowers is also in proximity to this biosphere region. You can come here through the Uttarakhand environment tour conducted by Hellovisit.

Narsingh Temple, Joshimath

Also referred to as the abode of Lord Badrinath, the principal deity here is Lord Narsingh. Lord Narsingh is considered the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The idol in the temple was installed by Adi Shankaracharya. You can come here through the Uttarakhand temple trip package.

Govindghat, Joshimath

A mesmerizing town called Govindghat has located on the path to Badrinath at the fusion point of the Alaknanda river as well as Lakshman Ganga. It is a part of Chamoli. It is a place for religious lovers but also for adventure enthusiasts. Located at a height of 1800 m, it is the commencement point for the trek to Hemkund Sahib as well as the world-renowned Valley of Flowers. You can come here through the Uttarakhand trek guide.

Gari Bhavani Temple, Joshimath

A temple popular for its splendid architecture, Gari Bhavani Temple has located about 6 km from here on the path to Rishikesh Highway. You can come here through Uttarakhand religious tour packages.

WHY JOSHIMATH?

Temples, splendid beauty of Himalayas, Kankul pass trek, Bagini glacier trek

THINGS TO DO

The religious trip, adventure, viewing the amazing environmental landscapes

HOW TO REACH?

You can come to Dehradun by flight or train. From Dehradun, you can come to this region by road on a four-wheeler or bullet[two-wheeler].

BEST TIME TO VISIT

May to September

AVERAGE TRIP DURATION

3 days

PLACES TO STAY

You can stay in some fine residences like Himalayan High, Aaryam, Auli Eco Nature Resort, Vamoose Badri, Hotel Dronagiri, etc around the region. You also have an option for budget stays.