Pandukeshwar is a small place located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state. Pandukeshwar is about 23 km from Joshimath and about 78 km away from the district headquarters Gopeshwar. The Badrinath temple is about 23 km away from Pandukeshwar. Pandukeshwar is situated on the banks of the holy Alaknanda river, which is about 1922 meters above sea level. It is believed that King Pandu, father of Pandavas, the hero of Mahabharata, established this place. Pandukeshwar is situated on the Badrinath National Highway.
Pandukeshwar is a small place located in Chamoli district. Pandukeshwar is the place where King Pandu, father of Pandava, the hero of Mahabharata, worshipped Lord Vishnu. Here are two famous ancient temples, one of them is dedicated to Lord Yoga Dhyan Badri Narayana and the other is dedicated to Lord Vasudev. Inside Yoga Dhyan Badri temple, the idol of Lord Vishnu is in meditation post
The journey of Pandukeshwar can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of September to November and April to Jun. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to the cold weather of winter, woollen clothing is required here. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
Shopping in Pandukeshwar is a different joy, After some good sightseeing and other activities, go to the market for shopping here, search for many kinds of important gifts from shops for yourself in Pandukeshwar markets. There is no big market for shopping here, the only small shop will be available here. Buy souvenirs and extra gifts for yourself and your friends and families from here; There are various types of shops for shopping
