Nandprayag Travel Guide (Char Dham)
Nandaprayag is a town and one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River, and lies at the confluence of Alaknanda River and Nandakini River. Nand Prayag is located 22 km from Karnaprayag, at 914 mts. Once it was the capital of the Yadu Kingdom. Hindu people believe that a bath or a dip in this holy confluence of Nandaprayag is able to wash all their sins.
Nandaprayag is situated on the route of the most famous religious or pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand which is Badrinath Dham, so many pilgrims performing Char Dham Yatra or Badrinath Dham Yatra can also stop here for sightseeing of Nandaprayag.
Apart from being the perfect or beautiful pilgrimage place in Uttarakhand, it is also the perfect destination to witness and enjoy with nature. It is also a popular destination for some adventurous activities like- Sightseeing, Trekking, and Rock Climbing, etc. The perfect time to visit Nand Prayag is between the month of March - June and October – November.
Importance / Mythology Of Nandprayag.
It is said that the confluence is named for the pious Raja Nanda. He came here to perform the Maha Yagna. The slab on which the Yagna was performed is the foundation stone for the Nand temple. Nandprayag was once the capital of Yadu Kingdom. It is also believed a dip in this confluence cleaness one of all the sins.
According to one legend, the king had been promised the boon of Vishnu as a son. Unfortunately, the same boon had been granted to Devki, the imprisoned sister of the tyrant king, Kansa. Ultimately, the gods found an ingeneuos if wily solution: Vishnu would be born as krishna to Devki but would be brought up by Raja Nanda’s wife, Yasodha.
50 km north east of Nandprayag is Vairaskund where Ravana is believed to have done intense Tapasaya to appease Lord Shiva and get his blessings. He offered as sacrifice his ten heads.
Places To Visit In Nandaprayag
- Karanprayag:- This place is situated 22 km from Nandprayag. It is situated at a holy confluence of Alakananda and Pindar River at an height of 788 mt above from the sea level.
- Nanda Temple:- This religious Hindu temple is situated at the confluence of two holy rivers which are Alakananda and Nandakini river. It is located in Nandaprayag.
- Chopta:- It is the perfect destination for camping and trekking. It is also known as the mini Switzerland of India. Nowdays Chopta is one of the most famous destination in Uttarakhand and getting more popularity day by day.
- Tungnath Temple:– It is the world’s highest temple of the Hindu Lord Shiva. It is a part of Panch Kedar in Uttarakhand.
Char Dham Distance Chart From Nandprayag
Nand Prayag is an important places which comes if you are visiting Badrinath or coming down to Haridwar or Rishikesh during your Char Dham Yatra.
Nandprayag – Yamunotri
Distance:– 310 kms
Time:– 11-12 hrs
Route:- Nandaprayag – Karnaprayag – Rudraprayag – Srinagar – Chinyalisaur – Dharasu Band – Barkot – Jankichatti – Yamunotri
Nandprayag – Gangotri
Distance:– 320 kms
Time:- 11-12 hrs
Route:- Nandaprayag – Karnaprayag – Rudraprayag – Srinagar – Naughar – Uttarkashi – Gangotri
Nandprayag – Kedarnath
Distance:- 140 kms
Time:– 6-7 hrs
Route:- Nandaprayag – Karnaprayag –Rudraprayag – Augustmuni – Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath
Nandprayag – Badrinath
Distance:– 103 kms
Time:- 3-4 hrs
Route:– Nandaprayag – Pipalkoti – Joshimath – Govindghat – Badrinath
Top 5 Places To Stay In Nandprayag
There are many options for accommodation in Nandprayag during Char Dham Yatra. Following is the list of hotels, resorts, guest houses in Nandprayag.
1) Heaven
This hotel is the oldest and one of the most reputated hotel in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state. It was started in 1982. It is the most popular Budget deluxe hotel in Chamoli district.
Address:– Badrinath Highway, Near Bus Stand, Chamoli 246424 India
2) Le Meadows
This hotel is situated on the route of Badrinath Dham on Badrinath Highway. It is one of most stayed tourist hotel in Pipalkoti in Uttarakhand.
Address:- Mayapur (near Pipalkoti), Badrinath Highway, District Chamoli, Uttarakhand.
3) Ashwamegh Lodge
This lodge is situated on the route of Rishikesh to Badrinath in Nandprayag on Badrinath Highway. Traveler visting Badrinath, Valley of Flower, Hemkund and Auli, can stay st this hotel.
Address:– Badrinath Marg, Nandprayag, Uttarakhand, India
4) GMVN Nandprayag- Tourist Rest House
It is a budget guest house in Nandprayag. Accommodation in this guest house is categorised under deluxe rooms only. The rooms are affordable and have all the basic facilities.
Address:- GMVN Tourist Rest House Nandprayag, Chamoli, Uttarakhand.
5) Regal
This hotel is located on the main Market in Nandprayag. It is a low cost budget hotel in Nandprayag.
Address:- Regal Restaurant and Hotel, Main Market, Nandprayag, Uttarakhand.
How to Reach Nandprayag
Nandprayag is well connected by motorable roads but the place does not have any airports and railway stations. Many pilgrims visit Nandprayag for religious purposes and take a dip into the holy confluence of Nandprayag. You can easily travel here by using public transport as well as by driving your own vehicle.
Route 1:- Delhi – Nandprayag via Haridwar
By Road:- Nandprayag is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for travelling to Nandprayag from Delhi via Haridwar. You can also drive your car to travel Nandprayag.
Nandprayag does not have any railway station & its own airport. Tourists can reach Haridwar via train then hire taxi, cab or local bus to reach Nandprayag. It will take approximately 6 hours to reach Nandprayag.
Route 2:- Delhi – Nandprayag via Dehradun
By Road:– Nandprayag is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for traveling to Nandprayag from Delhi via Dehradun. You can also drive your car to travel Nandprayag.
Nandprayag does not have any railway station & its own airport. Tourists can reach Dehradun via train or air then hire taxi, cab or local bus to reach Nandprayag. It will take approximately 7 hours to reach Nandprayag.
