Joshimath in Auli

Joshimath (earlier known as Jyotirmath also named Jyotir Math) is one of the four ‘maths’ found by Adi Guru Shri Sankaracharya in the 8th era AD. The place is highly respected by Hindus and it is an significant pilgrimage center in the nation. Many supporters and travelers can be seen in the region during the pilgrim season. There are many shrines and other spiritual sites that are positioned in the town as well.



Joshimath at an altitude of 2100 meters, is a city with sacred importance in Uttarakhand. It is also the connection point for people visiting Auli, one of the finest skiing spots in India. It is also the main base contact for Badrinath.


How to reach :- Joshimath is located in the Himalayas on path from Haridwar to Badrinath freeway. Many pilgrims take a night break at Joshimath during their Chardham Yatra tour. The road expanse from Rishikesh to Joshimath is 251 km through Rudraprayag, KaranPrayag, Srinagar and Chamoli.



During the winter time, the ‘Utsav Murti’ of Lord Badrinath has adored in Narasimha shrine at Joshimath.

Joshimath is not straightforwardly connected by rail or air. The nearby airport is located in Dehradun at a distance of 151 km. The adjacent railway station is at Haridwar, which is about 163 km from Joshimath and can be reached from chief cities like Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Dehradun. It is also linked to Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Almora, and Nainital by local bus service.



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