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Badrinarayana Perumal

Thiruvadhari (Badrinath) — Divya Desam #69

Divya Desam #69 • Vada Nadu (Himalayan Yatra)
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Here Narayana himself became BOTH the Guru (Narayana) and the Disciple (Nara) to reveal the Ashtakshara Mantra to the world.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #69 (Thiruvadhari (Badrinath)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Vada Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Badrinarayana Perumal, graces devotees in Irundha (Padmasana Yoga) posture facing East beneath the sacred Thaptha Kanchanam Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Aravindavalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Thaptha Kundam, Alaknanda River are believed to bestow peace, prosperity, and Moksha. Throughout the centuries, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, and Vijayanagara rulers contributed मंडपम्स (mandapams), gopurams, and stone inscriptions preserving the daily Pancharatra / Vaikhanasa Agama worship.
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🙏 Azhwars: Periyazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar (22 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Periyazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 22 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Periyazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Badrinarayana Perumal and Aravindavalli Thayar at Thiruvadhari (Badrinath). Reciting the Pasurams of this Divya Desam inside the sanctum (Garbhagriha) is considered the highest spiritual offering during a pilgrim's Yatra.
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• Annual Brahmotsavam: Celebrated with grand Vahana processions including Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, Surya/Chandra Prabhai, and Rathotsavam (Temple Car festival).
• Vaikuntha Ekadasi (Margazhi): Special Paramapada Vasal / Rapathu & Pagalpathu Utsavam with recitation of Naalayira Divya Prabandham.
• Panguni Uthiram & Thayar Thirukalyana Utsavam: Celestial wedding festival of Lord Badrinarayana Perumal and Goddess Aravindavalli Thayar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Himalayan Yatra (Chamoli District, Uttarakhand)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Chamoli and nearby pilgrimage towns in Himalayan Yatra. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Chamoli / Himalayan Yatra junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Chamoli - Uttarakhand region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.