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A place of peace and serenity, Badrinath Dham is one of the popular pilgrim destinations in India visited by thousands. The sacred town is located in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand and is one of the important among the Char Dhams in India. Sandwiched between the majestic Narayan and Nar mountain ranges, this charming abode serves as a refuge for those who seek inner peace. Perched at an altitude of about 3,133 mts from the sea level, Badrinath Dham is home to the famous Badrinath temple that lures in thousands of devotees from every part of the world. History of Badrinath Dham Read Also An Ideal Guide to Kedarnath Dham Yatra The word “Badrinath” is a combination of two words – Badri (berry) and Nath (lord). This is in reference to the abundance of berries found in the surrounding areas. It is believed to be the dwelling place of Lord Vishnu and other holy sages and saints. The famous Badrinath Temple is one of the major highlights of the place that lure in many pilgrims. The holy river Alaknanda that runs by the temple is of great importance too. Legend says that Goddess Ganga was requested to come down to Earth for the welfare of humanity by the Suryavansh king, Bhagiratha. The Earth was unable to bear the descent of the goddess and the mighty Ganga was split into twelve rivers with Alaknanda, being one of them. Legend also says that Pandavas, on their quest to Swarga (heaven) died one after the other while ascending Swargarohini Peak. It is also believed that they crossed Badrinath and the nearby town of Mana during their journey. Mana townhouses a cave that was said to be the place where Ved Vyasa wrote the Mahabharata. Places to visit in Badrinath Dham: A trip to Badrinath Dham