The Chardham Camp Joshimath, Badrinath

Best Time: Mid-July to August end.

Joshimath is described in the ancient scriptures as Kartikeyapura, because the Katyuri kings named it after their God, Kartikeya. It is also known as Jyotirmath. Located at a height of about 6,000 ft, it is one of the four great maths or monasteries A popular center of pilgrimage, it is also the base for treks to the famous Valley of Flowers.

Reaching The Chardham Camp Joshimath :

Joshimath is close to Nanda Devi 7816 mts the highest peak completely in India. Also Joshimath is 15 kms from Auli skiing resort. On your way to Badrinath (Alt -1845 Mtrs) from the Chardham Camp, Joshimath Joshimath - [20] - Govindghat - [24] - Badrinath.

About Badrinath:

Cradled in the twin mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan is the holiest of the four main shrines, Badrinath along the left bank of river Alaknanda. With the splendid Neelkanth mountains as the backdrop, it is an important destination on the sacred itinerary of every devout Hindu. Once the spot was carpeted with 'badris' or wild berries and hence was famous as 'Badri Van'.

The temple of Shri Badrinathji on the banks of the Alaknanda river, dates back to the vedic times. Situated at an altitude of 3133 mts., the present temple is believed to have been built by Adi Guru Shankracharya - an 8th century's philosopher-saint, who also established a 'math' here. Also known as 'Vishal Badri', Badrinath is one of the Panch Badris'.

Accommodation:

Leisure Hotels offers you one of the finest accommodations in Char Dham, the cradle of eternal tranquility. The spiritual solace of the Char Dham yatra endows peace of the mind and soul. Set amidst the serenity of plush flora, a stay at the commodious hotel in Char Dham feels like a 'home away from home'.

Accommodation Block consists of :

• Tents with attached modern toilets, hot/cold water & electricity
• Reception tent with Facilitation & provisions of lockers
• Medical dispensary is Well equipped with first aid facilities, doctor & nurse on call
• ISD & STD calls can be made
• Dining Tents serve Vegetarian food that includes Indian, Gujarati, Marathi, South Indian & Continental cuisine

Facilities :

• Accommodation is spacious,with all weather proof tents (16' x 12')
• Attached baths and toilets with Hot & Cold running water
• Multi cuisine dining facilities
• Hot water bottles in the bed at night
• Guided visits to the shrine
• First aid at camps with oxygen cylinders
• Escorted walk and visits to nearby areas
• STD / ISD calling facilities at the camps
• Well structured activity blocks at each of the campsites to take
• Care of aartis, religious discourses and yoga lessons, etc.
• A media and utilities canter at all the campsites
• Ayurvedic massage - expert masseurs
• Crafts bazaar