Situated on the slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga rivers Joshimath is the winter home of the lord of Badrinath. 42km from Badrinath, Joshimath is a pilgrim centre in north India in its own right. When the Badrinath Temple is closed in winter, devotees throng to worship at the Narsimha Temple at Joshimath. Joshimath has many important temples including the temple of ugra narsimha devoted to the half-lion half-man incarnation of lord vishnu. The name Joshimath has been derived from " Jyotirmath, Adi Guru Shankaracharya attained enlightenment in the 18th century while meditating under a tree and established a Math ( hermitage centre) here.The temples of Narsingh & Nav Durga are located here. Orchards of peaches, apples, apricots and many citrus fruits are of scenic interest. Owing to many tourist bungalows, hotels & tourist lodges, one can easily find accommodation at Joshimath.

How To Reach Joshimath?

By Air :The nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 221 km.
By Rail :Rishikesh is the nearest railway station.
By Road : Well connected to Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Nainital and Almora.