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Joshīmath

Uttarakhand, India · Asia

About Joshīmath

Joshīmath is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Pīpalkoti, 20km from Valley of Flowers National Park.

Joshīmath is a town located in Uttarakhand, India. With a population of 13,865, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Joshīmath sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Joshīmath to your route.

About Joshīmath

Joshimath, also known as Jyotirmath, is a town and a municipal board in Chamoli District in the state of Uttarakhand. Located at a height of 6,150 feet (1,875 m), it is a gateway to several Himalayan mountain climbing expeditions, trekking trails and pilgrim centres like Badrinath. It is home to one of the four

Read more cardinal pīthas believed by tradition to be established by Adi Shankara. Since 7 February 2021, the area was severely affected by the 2021 Uttarakhand flood and its aftermath. The town is confirmed to be sinking due to its geographic location being along a running ridge.

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Joshīmath offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Joshīmath located?

Joshīmath is located in Uttarakhand, India, Asia. The coordinates are 30.5554 latitude, 79.5644 longitude.

What is the population of Joshīmath?

Joshīmath has a population of approximately 13,865 people, making it a town in India.

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Quick Information

Population
13,865
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Uttarakhand
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
30.5554, 79.5644

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Joshīmath

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Auli

India's premier skiing destination at 2,500 meters with panoramic views of Nanda Devi and surrounding Himalayan peaks connected by Asia's longest cable car.

4 km · about 5 min drive

national park

Valley of Flowers National Park

A UNESCO alpine meadow at 3,600 meters carpeted with over 600 species of wildflowers during the monsoon season, accessible only by trek.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Tungnath Temple

The highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680 meters, a sacred Panch Kedar site reached by a scenic trek through rhododendron-covered meadows.

34 km · about 40 min drive

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  • Right hereAuliIndia's premier skiing destination at 2,500 meters with panoramic views of Nanda Devi and surrounding Himalayan peaks connected by Asia's longest cable car.

Nearby Destinations

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Pīpalkoti

🇮🇳 India

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63 km awayPop. 2,571

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🇮🇳 India

82 km awayPop. 8,708

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84 km awayPop. 20,216

Dwārāhāt

🇮🇳 India

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Pauri

🇮🇳 India

88 km awayPop. 26,514

Rānikhet

🇮🇳 India

102 km awayPop. 19,873

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