Deoprayag is a beautiful showcase of traditions, myths and mysticism. This is the place where the holy rivers Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet, making it a unique pilgrimage. Â
From here onwards two rivers merge into one and take the name of ‘Ganga’.
Deoprayaga though situated, just at an altitude of 618 mt from the sea level, is endowed with abundant natural beauty. According to a belief, Lord Rama and his father King Dasharatha did penance here. The main temple is the Raghunath Temple dedicated to lord Rama.
The bathing ghat at Deoprayag is built with multiple levels to accommodate different water levels during the mansoon. It is also the winter home of the Badrinath pandas.
Deoprayag is a pilgrimage centre of great significance. In Treta-yuga, Lord Rama and Laxman performed a yajna (yagy) here to atone for killing Ravana, who was a brahmin. The ancient Raghunath Temple here with a 15 foot tall deity of Sri Rama (Raghunath) is one of the 108 most important temples in India. In front of temple is a statue of Garuda. Behind the temple and slightly up a hill is Vamana’s cave and nearby is Lord rama’s stone throne. It’s beliefs that 33 crore god and goddess are live here.
A another attraction for the Astrologers is situated here, an Observatory, founded by Aacharya Chakradhar Joshi in 1946. Many important and ancient astrological components are here.
How To Reach
Air- The nearest Airport is Jolly Grant (Dehradun), 90 km’s.
Rail- The Nearest Rail head is at Rishikesh, 70 km’s.
Road-Â Deoprayaga is well connected with Rishikesh and Dehradun and other parts of the Garhwal Himalayas.
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Where To Stay (STD code- 01378)
- Tourist Rest House, GMVNÂ Â Â Â Â Â :Â Â Â Â Â Â 266013
- PWD Inspection Bungalow
- Dharamshala of Kedarnath-Badrinath Temple Committee
- Ramkund Resorts                     :      266391
- Tourist Guest Hose                  :      9412324746
What to See
RaghunathJi Temple– The ancient temple dedicated to Lord Rama, the epic hero of Ramayana. An impressive black granite statue graces the temple. Every day the devotees congregate at the temple to pay obeisance, after taking bath in the holy confluence. The walls of the temple display exquisite sculptures that show Buddhist influence.
Bharat Mandir- Relatively unknown , but this small temple is a beautiful example of hill temples. Named after Bharat, Rama’s younger brother. The bigger Bharat Temple is at Rishikesh, but it is also much revered. Historically, after the Muslim invasion in north India, the priests left the holy city of Rishikesh and the idol was placed here for several centuries. Later it was taken to its original location, Rishikesh. It’s worth visiting, to feel the pulse of Hindu mythology and beliefs.
Beyond Deoprayag
Chandrashila- A gigantic boulder in the mid of Bhagirathi river, at a distance of 2 km from Deoprayag. According to legend, King Dasaratha, fathe og Lord Rama meditated here for the salvation of his ancestors. A holy dip at this place, is belived to get one’s wishes fulfilled.
Chandrabadni- At an altitude of 2,756 mt above sea level at a distance of 30 km from Deoprayag to Jamnikhal on the Tehri road. A seprate road leads to the temple from Jamnikhal (7 km) followed by a trek of 1 km. Reaching there you can have a breathtaking view of the Himalayan peaks and the river flowing below.
A small temple is situated at the hill top. An ideal place for total spiritual expedition.
In the month of April, this sleepy corner of the hill bubbles with activities. A fair is held here, which sees devotees congregating from different parts of the Himalayan region to witness the spiritualism revered in Chandrabadni.
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जय मां गंगे।
was good learnin about each place in uttrakhand
I used to visit to mata chandebadni I feel very peace & comfortable whenever I visit to matajis temle
I am from Tehri garhwal my village is Shankar shin near mata chander badni mandir
I hope govt. of uttarakhand will try to provide empolyment to yuth of garhwal
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