Pandukeshwar

A holy site called Pandukeshwar is en route to Lord Vishnu's "Badrinath" residence. According to legend, King Pandu, the father of the legendary Pandavas of the Mahabharat epic, worshiped Lord Shiva at Pandukeshwar. 

Pandukeshwar is home to two well-known temples. One of the seven Badri, or 'Sapta Badri', is the Yog Dhyan Badri Temple; the other is the Lord Vasudev Temple. During the winter months, when Badrinath is closed, Utsava-murti, or the festival image, resides at the Yog Dhyan Badri Temple. According to legend, the Pandavas constructed the Lord Vasudev Temple.

History 

King Pandu meditated here to atone for the sin of slaying sages, hence the name Pandukeshwar. According to legend, King Pandu gave his crown to his older brother Dhritrashtra. He moved to Pandukeshwar with his wives, Kunti and Madri. 

When Pandu was hunting in the bush one day, he accidentally killed a sage who was having sex with a deer. Pandu was cursed by the dying sage to be incapable of having intercourse and to die swiftly if he did. 

Pandu placed the bronze picture of Vishnu in the Yog Dhyan Badri temple. He mediated to atone for the sin of slaying sages. In the meantime, Kunti and Madri used Yogadhyan to give birth to the Pandavas. 

Now and then, while Madri was bathing in the Alaknanda River, Pandu found himself drawn to her. The curse of the sage soon claimed Pandu's life. The location must be in your BADRINATH TOUR PACKAGE.

What is Pandukeshwar famous for?

Situated between Joshimath and Badrinath, it is a well-known pilgrimage destination. Legend has it that King Pandu, the father of the legendary Pandavas of the Mahabharata epic, founded this town. After transferring his reign to his older brother Dhritharashtra, he resided in the city with his wives, Kunti and Madri.

What is the height of Pandukeshwar? 

At an elevation of 1829 meters, Pandukeshwar is a holy site en route to Lord Vishnu's "Badrinath" residence. One of the most attractive place to visit in Badrinath is the Pandukeshwar.