Shri Badrinath Dham-Most Holy Shrine in India

As the name suggests this place is dedicated to the shrine of Kedar (lord Shiva) and is probably one of the most visited religious spots in the Indian pilgrimage circuit. Situated at the altitude of 3,580 meter from sea level, Kedarnath is one of the four holy places that encircle the famous Chardham Yatra. Believed to be one of the 12 Jyotirlings of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath shrine is considered as the heaven of every pilgrim and this is why people brave the distant hilly tracks to Kedarnath and in spite of its being the remotest site in all Chardhams, it always crowded with devotes. The Mandakini River flowing by this sacred spot serves the ideal setting to wash away one’s sins. But, pilgrimage is not always about washing one’s sins but to search for one’s soul.

Situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, the present day Kedarnath shrine was first set up by Adi Guru Sankarachrya. There are more than 200 shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in Chamoli district itself, the most important one is Sri Kedarnath and the religious zest when blended with the natural beauty of the place enhances the charm of this mountain laced region. The elegantly carved architecture of the temple is more than a 1000 years old. However, the original temple was built by the Pandavas of Mahabharata and the mythology speaks of the Pandavas praying here to wash off their sins of killing so many people after winning the great battle at Kurukshetra.  The story also refers to the ‘hide and seek’ battle played between Bhima, one of the Pandavas and Lord Shiva. The outcome of this game now appears in an incomplete idol at kedarnath and the remaining parts are worshipped at places like Rudranath, Madmaheshwar, Tungnath, and Kalpeshwar. These spots are together known as Panch Kedar.

The high altitude makes the winter season at Kedarnath very difficult. Thus, the temple only remains open for six month before the winter sets in. The gate closes during Diwali and opens once again in May. The opening of date of Kedarnath Temple depends on the Shiva Ratri and the priests in the temple fix it. During this closed period, people visit another nearby temple called Baba Baironath. 

There are many other places of interest in and around Kedarnath such as Gandhi Sarovar and Gaurikund. There is also Triyuginarayan, said to be the wedding venue of Lord Shiva and Parvati and a flame at the spot is perpetually kept ablaze. Kedarnath is also the ideal spot for mountain trekking and beautiful treks leading through the virgin jungles and windy mountains are a favorite among adventure sports lovers. One can start trekking from Gaurikund itself. The celestial Jyotirling is treated as to posses the divine presence that can provide salvation to those who die at this holy land. And one can find the road to heaven at Mahapanth beyond the shrine. 

Moreover, Sharavani Annakoot Mela, a fair is celebrated on the day before Raksha Bandhan during August that is very popular among visitors. Booking for special worship at the shrine is also possible at Kedarnath.

For Kedarnath Yatra package and Chardham Yatra packages please visit web.

Shri Badrinath Dham-Most Holy Shrine in India

As the name suggests this place is dedicated to the shrine of Kedar (lord Shiva) and is probably one of the most visited religious spots in the Indian pilgrimage circuit. Situated at the altitude of 3,580 meter from sea level, Kedarnath is one of the four holy places that encircle the famous Chardham Yatra. Believed to be one of the 12 Jyotirlings of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath shrine is considered as the heaven of every pilgrim and this is why people brave the distant hilly tracks to Kedarnath and in spite of its being the remotest site in all Chardhams, it always crowded with devotes. The Mandakini River flowing by this sacred spot serves the ideal setting to wash away one’s sins. But, pilgrimage is not always about washing one’s sins but to search for one’s soul.

Situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, the present day Kedarnath shrine was first set up by Adi Guru Sankarachrya. There are more than 200 shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in Chamoli district itself, the most important one is Sri Kedarnath and the religious zest when blended with the natural beauty of the place enhances the charm of this mountain laced region. The elegantly carved architecture of the temple is more than a 1000 years old. However, the original temple was built by the Pandavas of Mahabharata and the mythology speaks of the Pandavas praying here to wash off their sins of killing so many people after winning the great battle at Kurukshetra.  The story also refers to the ‘hide and seek’ battle played between Bhima, one of the Pandavas and Lord Shiva. The outcome of this game now appears in an incomplete idol at kedarnath and the remaining parts are worshipped at places like Rudranath, Madmaheshwar, Tungnath, and Kalpeshwar. These spots are together known as Panch Kedar.

The high altitude makes the winter season at Kedarnath very difficult. Thus, the temple only remains open for six month before the winter sets in. The gate closes during Diwali and opens once again in May. The opening of date of Kedarnath Temple depends on the Shiva Ratri and the priests in the temple fix it. During this closed period, people visit another nearby temple called Baba Baironath. 

There are many other places of interest in and around Kedarnath such as Gandhi Sarovar and Gaurikund. There is also Triyuginarayan, said to be the wedding venue of Lord Shiva and Parvati and a flame at the spot is perpetually kept ablaze. Kedarnath is also the ideal spot for mountain trekking and beautiful treks leading through the virgin jungles and windy mountains are a favorite among adventure sports lovers. One can start trekking from Gaurikund itself. The celestial Jyotirling is treated as to posses the divine presence that can provide salvation to those who die at this holy land. And one can find the road to heaven at Mahapanth beyond the shrine.  

Moreover, Sharavani Annakoot Mela, a fair is celebrated on the day before Raksha Bandhan during August that is very popular among visitors. Booking for special worship at the shrine is also possible at Kedarnath.

For Kedarnath Yatra package and Chardham Yatra packages please visit web.

Shri Badrinath Dham- The Most Holy Shrine in India

Badrinath Dham, one of the holy spots for Hindu pilgrimage is often considered the end point of the Chardham Yatra that requires a trip across four major spots in Uttarakhand. Needless to mention, all these four places blessed with significant holy connections encircle an ideal salvation root for the Hindu devotees. But, beyond religion, the naturally blessed landscapes around these areas attract thousands of tourists from all over the world to whom the atmosphere itself speaks magic. The magic of the Devbhumi as believed by the visitors come alive in the Himalayan foothills and the experience no longer remains a humanely one. Devotes find divinity and the nature lovers find recreation- The magic of uttarakhand thus never disappoints anyone. Now speaking of the Chardham tour, it begins at Yamunotri, dedicated to the shrine of the Goddess Yamuna and ends at Badrinath, the shrine of the god Vishnu in his avatar of Badrinarayan.

Situated in the hills of Himalaya, at the height of 10,248 feet above sea level, Badrinath is often celebrated for its healing prowess. The healing of the soul in this case is attained only after a demanding trek through the steeped terrain up from Kedarnath, another point of the four pilgrimage spots. But, the root itself is a visual treat to nature lovers. Adorned with two natural hot springs names as Tapt Kund and Surya Kund, Badrinath Temple is believed to heal physical tribulations.

Built about two centuries ago by the Kings of Garhwal, the shrine of Sri Badrinath has a sanctum called Garbhagriha that houses Lord Badri Narayan, Kuber (God of wealth), Narad Rishi, Uthavar, Nar & Narayan. The temple also houses idols of Garuda Vahana (vehicle of Lord Narayan), Goddess Mahalaxmi and Adi Shankar. A black stone represents Lord Vishnu seated in a meditative pose. Also located at a distance of 24 kms from Badrinath is the temple Yogathyan Badri where Maharaj Pandu (father of the Pandava princes) is said to have prayed to Pandukeshwar.

But, those who love to explore go to Vyas Gufa at Mana village, located at a distance of 3 kms from Badrinath. Located on the banks of river Saraswati, this is the last Indian Village situated in the Indo-China Border. The Vyas Gufa has a very strong historical connection dating to the Mahabharata period. Vyas, the one who authored the epic Mahabharata is thought to have lived in these caves and Ganesha, the son of Shiv & Parvati, is said to have helped Vyas in putting the events in the epic. No wonder, Ganesh Gufa, another cave is also located in this village too. However, the attraction of the place does not end here as one of the natural wonders in the world that is profuse with a plethora of vibrant flowers finds its existence in the nearby valley. Known to the world as the Valley of Flowers, this location is in itself a paradise. 

The temple remains closed from October to April due to severe winter conditions. During this period the idols of Utsavo murti are taken to nearest Pandukeshwar. Thus, the best season for Badrinath Dham Yatra is May to June and September to October.

For more information on Badrinath Kedarnath Tour Package and Chardham Packages please visit web.

Chardham Yatra-The Sanctified Pilgrimage of Hindus

Uttarakhand, the dev-bhumi (land of god) perhaps draws the largest chunk of pilgrims in India. Blessed with lofty mountains, green hills and gushing rivers, Uttarakhand has a divine charm and out of the innumerable pilgrimage sights of the Hindus strewn all over the state the Chardham is the most sought after circuit. Char Dham in general refers to the four Hindu religious sites in Uttarakhand that covers Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Badrinath Temple and Kedarnath Temple in one go. Needless to mention that the panoramic landscapes stemming from the majestic Himalayas proves a godly presence and the tranquility of the valley at its foothills is undoubtedly an ideal location for meditating both religion and nature. The pilgrimage covering these four special spots is called the Chardham yatra which is traditionally is undertaken from Yamunotri in the west to Badrinath in the east.

 The eternal bliss of the mountains no wonder heal one from his soul’s burden and the religious significance of these four spots makes the human quest for salvation a wonderful experience altogether. The popularity of the place each year brings lakhs of devotees not only for the length and breadth of the country but from all over the world and in the first place the hustle bustle in all the dhams do not go with the concept of serenity and meditation. But, the probably the charm of a pilgrimage lies in sharing the journey. Thus, the whole process takes the shape of a great Indian festival. The only difference is that we find god in the end. And most of the pilgrims even find the true meaning of life during this holy journey.

The tranquility of the valley is often rippled by the holy chants laced with ghastly wind and clinking bells and when they come back reverberating through the verdant valley and snow capped mountains it touches one’s soul. Besides, nothing feels holier than the nature itself. Discovering nature in its purest form is in itself an achievement. The Mighty Ganges flowing past this blessed land is indeed the epitome of God’s graces and they say a dip in the Ganges can magically rub off one of his sins. No wonder, the Gangotri dham named after the Goddess Ganga is the ideal spot for seeking salvation. Similarly, Yamunotri named after another holy river Yamuna is another Hindu pilgrimage site. On the other hand, people climb up to Kedarnath in order to find Lord Shiva in his abode while Badrinath is believed to be the dwelling of Lord Vishnu.

The ideal time to go searching for peace and god at the Himalayas is from May to October. Although, the pilgrims never mind the physical tribulations but most of the time they avoid monsoons due to road blockages and landslides. Heavy snowfall season is also avoided because the roads become inaccessible due to snow. Interestingly, during these difficult seasons, the idols are shifted to nearby pilgrim points in order to continue the holy visits.  One can also visit one single spot and skip the rest but if time permits it is advisable to complete the whole circuit because each one of them has its own charm and significance.

Launching of New Website for River Rafting in Rishikesh, India

River rafting in Rishikesh has started now. Majestic Tour India is a leading company, for providing river rafting and camping packages at Rishikesh. They have launched a new travel portal for river rafting i.e. River Rafting Rishikesh.

Mahiraj Singh, CEO of Majestic Tour India said that “We launched this website to solve every kind of query of adventure travel enthusiast tourist. All kind of camping, river rafting, trekking and wildlife destinations we have defined in our portal.”  

Details of camping in Rishikesh packages can be seen in the website which offers various packages for camping in Rishikesh.  

The website provides all information about the most exciting rafting spots, rafting distances from there, and the hilarious rapids which come on the way during rafting. We also inform about the other activities, which one can enjoy during the rafting session such as cliff jumping, body surfing on the river, kayaking and many more.

Some other adventurous activities like rock climbing, river crossing, repelling, boozing, jungle trekking, hiking, wildlife safaris and motorcycling makes  rafting in Rishikesh tour more adventures.

Main river rafting locations in India are Rishikesh (rafting on river Ganga river), Pancheshwar (rafting on Kali Ganga, Saryoo river). 

Majestic Tour India is a tourism company provides all online information about all major tourist destinations and cites of India. Majestic Tour India also provides adventure tourism packages like trekking, camping, river rafting, paragliding, pilgrimage center visit, rock climbing, skiing etc in India.

Majestic Tour India

Bhanu Complex, New Mahavir Nagar

New Delhi

India

Phone: 09958173003, 09313512002

http://riverrafting-rishikesh.com

Launching of New Website for River Rafting in Rishikesh, India

River rafting in Rishikesh has started now. Majestic Tour India is a leading company, for providing river rafting and camping packages at Rishikesh. They have launched a new travel portal for river rafting i.e. River Rafting Rishikesh.

Mahiraj Singh, CEO of Majestic Tour India said that “We launched this website to solve every kind of query of adventure travel enthusiast tourist. All kind of camping, river rafting, trekking and wildlife destinations we have defined in our portal.”  

Details of camping in Rishikesh packages can be seen in the website which offers various packages for camping in Rishikesh.  

The website provides all information about the most exciting rafting spots, rafting distances from there, and the hilarious rapids which come on the way during rafting. We also inform about the other activities, which one can enjoy during the rafting session such as cliff jumping, body surfing on the river, kayaking and many more.

Some other adventurous activities like rock climbing, river crossing, repelling, boozing, jungle trekking, hiking, wildlife safaris and motorcycling makes  rafting in Rishikesh tour more adventures.

Main river rafting locations in India are Rishikesh (rafting on river Ganga river), Pancheshwar (rafting on Kali Ganga, Saryoo river). 

Majestic Tour India is a tourism company provides all online information about all major tourist destinations and cites of India. Majestic Tour India also provides adventure tourism packages like trekking, camping, river rafting, paragliding, pilgrimage center visit, rock climbing, skiing etc in India.

Majestic Tour India

Bhanu Complex, New Mahavir Nagar

New Delhi

India

Phone: 09958173003, 09313512002

http://riverrafting-rishikesh.com