Joshimath - The Gateway to Heaven
An ancient temple town located at the gates of the tallest mountains administered within the country offers spectacular views of the Gharwal Himalayas. Adi Shankaracharya, who was born somewhere around the time of Jesus Christ, came here to meditate and eventually established a pilgrimage after he achieved ‘Jyoti’.
Originally called Jyotirmath, today Joshimath is the gateway to numerous trails and ancient routes among the snow-clad mountains. Joshimath is famous as one of the four famous Peeths established by Adi Sankaracharya.
When Badrinath temple remains closed for winter every year, one idol of Lord Badri is brought to Narsinh temple in Joshimath and worshipped for six months. Nanda Devi, the tallest mountain located entirely within administered India is reached only through the roads of Joshimath. Connected to these mountains are unbelievable stories of folklore, adventure, and secret missions.




























