{"id":9285,"date":"2022-07-07T21:48:36","date_gmt":"2022-07-08T03:18:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=9285"},"modified":"2026-01-03T05:40:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T05:40:32","slug":"vasundhara-waterfall-badrinath-trek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/vasundhara-waterfall-badrinath-trek\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Myth & Story of Vasundhara Waterfall Badrinath Trek"},"content":{"rendered":"

Discover Myth & Story of Vasundhara Waterfall Badrinath Trek<\/h1>\n

The Mysterious Vasundhara Waterfall Badrinath<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In Uttarakhand<\/strong>, a land surrounded by rivers, waterfalls, and sacred places<\/strong>, there exists a special site that draws visitors from far and wide. This is a waterfall<\/strong> that is world-famous for its spiritual significance, mystery, and history<\/strong>. Located about 8 km from Badrinath<\/strong> and 5 km from Mana \u2014 India\u2019s last village<\/strong>, this waterfall is known as Vasudhara Falls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

There is a belief<\/strong> associated with this waterfall that its water does not touch sinners<\/strong>. It is said that if a sinful person<\/strong> comes in contact with the waterfall, the flow of water itself stops<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A 400-Foot-High Wonder: Vasudhara Falls Altitude<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

This special and mysterious waterfall<\/strong> is also mentioned in the scriptures<\/strong>. Falling from a height of around 400 feet<\/strong>,( Vasudhara falls altitude ) the waterfall\u2019s shimmering, pearl-like stream<\/strong> gives visitors a heavenly experience on earth<\/strong>. Moreover, it is believed that the water passes through various medicinal herbs<\/strong>, which is why anyone touched by it becomes free from ailments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Mana Village -The Last Village of India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Two-Hour Vasudhara Falls Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The trek to Vasudhara Falls<\/strong> begins from Mana village<\/strong>. After passing the Saraswati Temple<\/strong>, the 5 km trail<\/strong> becomes quite challenging<\/strong> due to its rough and rocky terrain<\/strong>. It takes about two hours<\/strong> to reach Vasudhara from Mana village<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

There are no food or water facilities<\/strong> available along the route, so travelers must be prepared. However, horses, mules, and palanquins (dandi-kandi)<\/strong> are available from Mana village<\/strong> to assist pilgrims and tourists<\/strong> in reaching this divine and enchanting waterfall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Mysterious Vasudhara Fall Badrinath<\/strong> \u2014 I\u00a0 am\u00a0 going to tell you about this mysterious waterfall<\/strong>\u00a0 which is located in India\u2019s last village<\/strong>, a place that everyone dreams of visiting at least once in their lifetime.<\/p>\n

According to the Skanda Purana<\/strong>, even a single splash of Vasudhara<\/strong> that touches a person\u2019s body is believed to wash away their sins<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Mana Village & valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Where is Vasudhara Falls?<\/h3>\n

Located 8 km from Badrinath<\/strong> and about 5 km from Mana<\/strong>, India\u2019s last village<\/strong>, this waterfall<\/strong> is known as Vasudhara fall<\/strong>. Vasudhara falls altitude is 13,500 feet above sea level<\/strong> and falls from a height of 400 feet<\/strong>. The sound created by the meeting of air and water<\/strong> at such a height fills the heart with excitement and aw<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is said that the holy waterfall<\/strong> holds within itself many mysteries<\/strong>. The water of this fall<\/strong> plunges from a height of around 400 feet<\/strong>, and its beautiful pearl-like stream<\/strong> gives you the feeling of being in heaven<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The most unique aspect<\/strong> of this waterfall<\/strong> is that its stream does not fall<\/strong> on everyone standing beneath it. Yes, it is believed that those who have committed sins<\/strong> will not be touched by even a single drop<\/strong> of its holy water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

During the Char Dham Yatra<\/strong>, pilgrims visiting Badrinath Dham<\/strong> always make sure to visit Vasudhara<\/strong>. The journey to Vasudhara can be undertaken from May to November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Suggested Read: Swargarohini Trek: Steps to Heaven from Badrinath<\/a><\/h5>\n
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Satopant Lake – Swargrohini Trek Uttarakhand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vasudhara Falls Story<\/h3>\n

According to Bhuvan Chandra Uniyal<\/strong>, the religious head of Shri Badrinath Dham<\/strong>, the importance of the Vasudhara waterfall<\/strong> has been described in the Skanda Purana<\/strong><\/a>. As per the Skanda Purana, even a single splash of Vasudhara water<\/strong> that touches a person\u2019s body is believed to wash away all sins<\/strong>. Every being desires to visit this sacred place at least once in their life.<\/p>\n

It is believed that the Pandavas<\/strong>, along with Draupadi<\/strong>, took this very path on their journey to heaven<\/strong>. At Vasudhara, Sahadeva<\/strong> is said to have left his mortal body<\/strong>, while Arjuna<\/strong> abandoned his Gandiva bow<\/strong> here.<\/p>\n

The Ashta Vasus<\/strong> (Aap, Ayaj, Dhruva, Soma, Dhar, Anil, Anal, Pratyush, and Prabhash) are said to have performed intense penance<\/strong> at this location, which is why this waterfall was named Vasundhara Waterfall.<\/p>\n

Whenever a divine procession (Dev Yatra)<\/strong> is organized in nearby villages, deities and devotees<\/strong> come to bathe in this sacred Vasudhara<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Mana Village<\/h3>\n

From Badrinath to Mana village<\/strong>, vehicles are available<\/strong>, but the trek to Vasundhara Waterfall\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0begins from Mana \u2014 India\u2019s last village<\/strong>. This trek is extremely challenging<\/strong>, and travelers or tourists must be physically fit<\/strong> to undertake it.<\/p>\n

It takes about two hours<\/strong> to cover the 5 km trek<\/strong> to Vasudhara. The trail passes through the Saraswati Temple<\/strong>, and there are no food or water facilities<\/strong> available along the route.<\/p>\n

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Vasudhara Trekking Trail<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u00a0Mythology of Vasudhara Falls<\/h3>\n

According to the scriptures<\/strong>, Sahadeva<\/strong>, one of the five Pandavas<\/strong>, left his mortal body<\/strong> at this place. It is believed that if a drop of water<\/strong> from this waterfall<\/strong> falls on a person, it signifies that the person has performed virtuous deeds<\/strong> in their life. This is why people from India as well as abroad<\/strong> make sure to stand beneath this miraculous waterfall<\/strong> at least once.<\/p>\n

It is said that the water of this waterfall<\/strong> possesses the properties of various medicinal herbs<\/strong>. As the water flows down touching several plants and herbs<\/strong>, it becomes enriched with their essence. Therefore, it is believed that whoever is touched by this water<\/strong> is freed from many physical ailments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is believed that the Ashta Vasus<\/strong> performed penance<\/strong> at this place, which is why the waterfall was named Vasudhara<\/strong>. This waterfall is so tall<\/strong> that you cannot see the top of the mountain<\/strong> in a single glance. To reach here, you can avail the services of horses, mules, or palanquins (dandi-kandi)<\/strong> from Mana village<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Vasudhara waterfall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The trek to Vasundhara Waterfall\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0begins from Mana village<\/strong>. After passing through the Saraswati Temple<\/strong>, only about 5 km of the trail<\/strong> remains, but from this point onward, the trek becomes quite difficult<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The terrain is very rough and rocky<\/strong>, which makes the journey challenging. It takes around two hours<\/strong> to complete the trek from Mana to Vasundhara Waterfall\u00a0<\/strong>. It is important to note that there are no food or water facilities<\/strong> available along the way.<\/p>\n

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