Badhangarhi Temple is a famous temple located in Gwaldam in Chamoli district, which is about 4 km away from Gwaldam. This temple is situated at an altitude of about 2260 meters from the sea level. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali, also known as Dakshineshwar Kali.
This temple was built during the rule of the Katyuri dynasty, who have ruled this region till 8th and 12th century. This temple is a popular temple of this area, also called Chilla valley. The temple of Kali Mata is called "Badhan" in this area. It is also said about the temple that every desire to be sought here is absolutely fulfilled.
The Badhangarhi temple offers a panoramic view of some major peaks like Nandadevi, Trishul, Panchchuli. Badhangarhi Temple is one of the religious pilgrimage sites of Gwaldam.
By Air
The nearest airport of Gwaldam is Pantnagar, which is about 207 km away from Gwaldam.
By Train
The nearest railway station of Gwaldam is Kathgodam, which is about 172 km away from Gwaldam.
By Road
This Temple is located at a distance of about 4 km from Gwaldam.
The best time to visit this Temple is between months October to April. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable.
During winter, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in winter, the temperature of here goes down very much.
Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
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