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Badri pilgrimage centre of local importance is this group of 16 temples enroute to Ranikhet and close to the confluence at Karan Prayag. The main temple is dedicated to Narayan and has a raised platform in the pyramidal form. Within the temple, a black stone idol is installed. It is believed that these temples, dating to the Gupta age, were sanctioned by Adi Shankaracharya who wanted to spread the tenets of Hinduism to every remote corner of the country.
Nearest airport is Jolly Grant 209 kms from Rishikesh.
Rail: The nearest railhead, Rishikesh, is 192 kms.
Road: Adi Badri is approachable from KaranPrayag, 19 kms, which in turn is connected by a rnotorable road with Ranikhet, Nainital and RamnagarNearest Tourist Rest House is at Karanprayag, Temple Committee Guest House,private hotels and dhararnshalaa are available at Karan Prayag.. For more information
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