Auli

Narsingh Temple

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Entry : Free

Address : Auli Laga Joshimath, Uttarakhand, India

Why to visit Narsingh Temple

  • The Narsingh Temple Joshimath is significant because he is Vishnu's fourth incarnation, depicted as half-human and half-lion.
  • Narsingh Temple, founded by Adi Shankaracharya, is also one of Vishnu's 108 Divya Deshams.
  • Diety's idol is 25 cm tall and sits on a lotus in the shrine.
  • The idol sits on a lotus and has an idol of Goddess Chandika on the left side.
  • On the right, there are statues of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lord Hanuman, and Garuda.

Shrinking Idol of Narsingh Temple

A severe landslip will occur in the area at the end of Kal Yug, blocking the way to Badrinath, according to a prophecy at Narsingh Badri Temple. All of this will occur when the right arm of the Narsingh idol in Narsingh Temple collapses.

Nearby Attractions 

  • Rudraprayag (22.1 km)
  • Vasudeva Temple (11.3 km)
  • Auli Ropeway (28 km)

How To Reach?

  • Rishikesh Station: 252 km
  • Jolly Grant Airport: 269 km
  • There are many buses available from Rishikesh/Badrinath from ISBT.

Time Required: 30 minutes

FAQ on Narsingh Temple

What are the nearby attractions close to Narsingh Temple?

The nearby attractions include: Rudraprayag (22.1 km), Vasudeva Temple (11.3 km), and Auli Ropeway (28 km).

How to reach Narsingh Temple?

In Joshimath, the Narsingh Temple is located in the lower bazaar. From the bus stop at Joshimath, one may easily walk to the Narsingh Temple.The closest rail connections are in Dehradun (294 km) or Rishikesh (256 km).

What time of year is ideal for visiting Narsingh Temple?

The ideal time to visit Narsingh Temple is from March to June. The weather is good at this time, making darshan simple. You can also go to the Narsingh Temple to celebrate Holi and Narsingh Jayanti.

Does Narsingh Temple need a price for admission?

Narsingh Temple does not charge an admission fee.

Special Tip

There are shoe racks picket-fencing the temple's entrance. So be careful to take your shoes off before you enter. Inside the temple, photography is not permitted.

By Mehrosh Shamim

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