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Why to visit Brahma Kapal
Brahma Kapal is located on the banks of the Alaknanda River in Badrinath, where they pay homage to their ancestors' dead souls. Brahma Kapal is a flat platform that is very important to Hindus because it is where they perform rituals, pay homage to departed souls, and offer Shraddha to their ancestors.
Important facts about Brahma Kapal
- It is said that Lord Brahma exists here, and that if someone performs Rituals and Shraddha Karma for his family's departed souls, he will be saved from the cycle of birth and death.
- It is only 100 metres north of the Badrinath Temple.
- Brahma Kapal believes that Lord Shiva was released from his curse of killing Brahma at this location.
- Brahma's head is also said to have fallen off Shiva's trident here at Brahma Kapal.
- Nearby religious attractions include Sheshnetra, Charanpaduka, and the Mata Murthy Temple.
- This is also where people come to pay their respects to the deceased in order to obtain "mukti," or salvation from rebirth.
Nearby Attractions
- Tapta Kund Badrinath
- Bheem pul
How to reach?
Brahma Kapal is located in Near Badrinath ( about 5 minutes walking distance from Badrinath temple). Many public transports are available.
Entry Fees
Free
Best time to visit
Anytime as per your convenience
Visiting Duration
30 mins
