Badrinath Temple

Badrinath Temple, which is one of the famous temples in Badrinath, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated on the left bank of River Alaknanda, 3,133 m above the sea level. The temple has a small cupola of gilt bull and spire and is constructed in the form of a cone. The Badrinath Temple was built by saint philosopher Adi Guru Shankaracharya in 8th century.

The main entrance gate known as the 'Singh Dwara' is one of the attractions of the temple. Badrinath Temple is divided into three sections that are sanctum sanctorum or garbha griba, sabha mandap where devotees assemble and darshan mandap where prayers and rituals are conducted.

The temple is famous for its Badrinath idol sculpted in black stone, which is one metre high and depicts Lord Vishnu seated in meditative pose. Apart from this, the temple has 15 idols of various Hindu gods.