Winter Wonderland: Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath & Badrinath Dham Blanketed in Snow

Kedarnath Dham, one of India’s oldest and holiest pilgrimage sites, experienced continuous and intense snowfall on Monday. The iconic Kedarnath Temple, nestled amidst the hills, now boasts a serene white layer, creating a picturesque winter landscape.

The enchanting snowfall extends beyond Kedarnath, embracing the revered Badrinath Temple and the surrounding hills. Uttarakhand’s high-altitude regions have witnessed a sudden weather shift, turning the region into a winter wonderland.

Accompanying Kedarnath in its snowy splendor, the Badrinath Temple, another popular pilgrimage destination, stands draped in snow, offering a breathtaking sight for visitors. The Surkanda Devi Hills in Tehri Garhwal district have also been adorned with a pristine layer of snow, enhancing the region’s natural beauty.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier predicted heavy rain and snowfall in the mountainous regions of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttarakhand due to a western disturbance. This weather phenomenon has brought about a captivating transformation in Uttarakhand’s landscape.

Sunday witnessed the famous snow sports destination, Auli in Chamoli district, covered under a fresh sheet of snow, adding to the allure of the winter season. Other popular locations such as Hemkund Sahib, Valley of Flowers, Nanda Devi National Park, Gangotri, Yamunotri shrines, and Chakrata in the Dehradun district also remain draped in a picturesque blanket of snow.

Uttarakhand, known for its sacred pilgrimage sites and breathtaking landscapes, has become a sought-after tourist destination during the winter season. Harshil, Chakrata, and Surkanda areas in Tehri, along with the Chardham Temples—Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri—transform into serene winter destinations, inviting visitors to witness the ethereal beauty of nature.

The continuous snowfall in these high-altitude regions not only enhances the visual appeal but also adds a spiritual and tranquil ambiance to these sacred sites, making them even more captivating during the winter months.