Do Dham Yatra

Do Dham Yatra

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India is a land of spirituality and religion. This is also known as the land of Gods and Goddesses. There are number of places which are revered as holy places. Hinduism is wide spread and deep rooted in this vast nation. Bardrinath and Kedarnath are among the most important Hindu religious places. According to Hindu religious books, Bardrinath and Kedarnath are regarded as the holiest places. The visit to these two holy places is named as the Do Dham Yatra.

As these religious places (Dhams) are located in high mountains of Himalayas, it was quite difficult to reach there in earlier times. However, now it has become very easy to visit these religious places if you have true faith.

The DO Dham Yatra to these two places start in the month of April and goes till the end of November. This period is the most favorable to visit these two dhams as weather is very calm in these months. In the winter months, it becomes difficult to travel on the mountainous paths due snow fall.

Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Adi Sankaracharya built the main temple in 8th century.This temple has three main attractions namely Garbha Grih, Darsham Mandap and Sabha Mandap. The Idol of lord Badrinath (Vishnu) is made of black stone. It creates immense religious feelings due the great serenity it reflects. Devotees come to pay obeisance to God and have peace of mind from al over India and other places.

Another destination in Do Dham Yatra is Kedarnath. It is counted among the twelve Jyotirling of Lord Shiva. The temple is surrounded by the lofty snow capped peaks of Himalayna Mountains. The view there is truly heavenly. It has Garbh Grih and Mandap. There is conical rock inside the temple which is worshipped in its Sadashiva form.

Besides these two main places, you also visit enroute the places like Sonprayag, Gaurikund, Guptkashi, Gandhi Sarovar, Valley of Flowers, Joshimath and Vasuki Tal. Apart from paying your reverences to the God, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the region.


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