7 Must Visit Places In Devprayag

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Devprayag is a beautiful city located in New Tehri of Uttrakhand, India. It is one of the Panch Prayag of Alaknanda River. The city is the place where river Alaknanda coincides with Bhagirathi and two river meets to form Ganga river. The word “Devprayag” means “Godly Confluence” in Sanskrit. It is located on the Badrinath highway and is about 70 kilometers from Rishikesh. The place is like a heaven for nature lover which has everything tall mountains, river, greenery and much more thing to make the place ideal for a week trip. Let’s read about the best places which you can visit when you are in Devprayag.

Confluence of Alaknanda and Bagirathi Rivers

The most important place that should not be missed. The sceneric location where two rivers meet is so mesmerizing that you can’t forget the experience. Here you can admire the beauty of the nature, make beautiful videos and take pictures. Spending some quiet time at the location while listening to the sound of moving river is also a wonderful experience. You can also notice the difference in the color of both river. Also there is a suspension bridge nearby from where you can take photographs of the place where Alaknanda meets Bharirathi and from there both the rivers combine to form river Ganga. These rivers has a great significance in Hindu culture and this place is best to learn about Hindu mythology. You can visit the place anytime in a day.

Raghunathji Temple

Raghunathji Temple is located at the place of confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi river. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama. The temple is also known as Tirukantamenum Kadi Nagar. The temple is believed to existed from the 10th century and is considered as one of the oldest shrines of Lord Rama. You can take blessings of Lord Rama alongside admiring the beauty of the place. The temple remains open from 5:00 am to 12 pm in summers while from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm in winters. The evening opening timings are 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in summers and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Chandrabadani Temple

Chandrabadani Temple is dedicated to Goddess Sati and is one of 51 Shakti peeth where body parts of Goddess Sati fell. The temple is located on Chandrakoot mountain. It is believed that the torso of the Goddess Sati fell at the place, while her weapons scattered all over the place. As the temple is situated at a height of 2277 meters above sea level, you can have a look of Garhwal Hills, Kedarthnath, Badrinath and Surkunda Peaks from this place. You can visit the temple anytime between 6:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Dashrathshila

Daashrathshila is one of the oldest temple that is believed to be from the period of Ramayana. According to the local people, Dashratha, the father of Lord Rama did penance at this place which gave the place its name. The shrine is located on the bank of river Shanta, which is also named on the name of Dashrath’s daughter Shanta. The temple is located on Dashrathachal peak.

Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev Temple

Kyunkaleshawar Mahadev as the name suggests is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and his wife Goddess Paravati. The temple has idols of Lord Ganesh and Kartikeya alongside Lord Shiva and parvati. The temple is believed to be from 8th century and is worth visiting with family during a visit to Devprayag. The temple is located near Alaknanda Valley in Pauri and could be visited between 6:00 am to 7:00 pm/ 8:00 pm.

Suspension Bridges

Don’t miss crossing over suspension bridges over Bhagirathi River when you are in Devprayag. You can admire the beauty of whole Devpragyag at this place. Watching tall mountain while crossing through bridge over Bhagirathi river is an awesome experience in itself. The beauty of this place could not be explained in words and could be felt by only those who have visited the place once.

Teen Dhara

Last but not least is Teen Dhara. The spot is located on highway which joins Devprayag and Rishikesh. It has three small water lakes which gave the place its name. Teen Dhara is a home to a number of restaurants where you can have some delicious food and relax. Also the panaromic view of the place gives a pleasure to your soul.