Badrinath and Kedarnath: The Dhaams of the Himalayas

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For Hindus, the ‘Chaar Dhaam’ are among the most sacred places of pilgrimage. The ‘Chaar Dhaam’, the four holy abodes of Lord Vishnu, are—Badrinath, Puri, Dwarka and Rameshwaram. In this book discover the four great ‘dhaams’ of the Himalayas:Badrinath-Kedarnath-Gangotri-Yamunotri. ‘Tirthas’ that are not just places of pilgrimage but sacred spaces resonant with myths and legends.  Pilgrims have wandered through these remote ‘tirthas’ for centuries seeking enlightenment and liberation. Gathering at temples set among picturesque mountain valleys and besides tumultuous rivers. The Himalayan ‘dhaams’ are both a celebration of the bounties of nature and the spirit of an ancient faith.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Subhadra Sen Gupta

Subhadra Sen Gupta is a well-known writer on Indian history and culture. Her books aim to capture the fascinating, vibrant and many hued aspects of the people, places and history of India. Her books include the popular Devalaya: Great Temples of India, Devi Devata: Gods & Goddesses of India, Tirtha: Holy Pilgrim Centres of the Hindus, Chaar Dhaam: A Guide to the Hindu Pilgrimages, Varanasi: A Pilgrimage to Light. And a collection of historical short stories, Waiting for Tansen.

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Title
Badrinath and Kedarnath: The Dhaams of the Himalayas
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Edition
1st. Ed.
Publisher
ISBN
8171676170
Length
85p., Glossary
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#Himalaya