Sri Paramapurusha Perumal Temple , Thiruppirudhi (Joshimath, Uttarakhand)
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📍 Thiruppirudhi (Joshimutt), Chamoli, Uttarakhand
International SignificanceThe 104th Divya Desam at Joshimath (Thiruppirudhi) in Chamoli Himalayas is the seat of Adi Shankara's northern matha and the winter abode of Lord Badrinath, famed for the prophesied thinning arm of Lord Narasimha.
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Sri Paramapurusha Perumal / Narasimha Swamy (Yogic Posture)
Moolavar: Sri Paramapurusha Perumal / Sri Narasimha Swamy (Sayana & Iruntha Kolam / Seated in Shaligram stone facing East in royal yogic posture); Utsavar: Paramapurushan (also houses Badrinath winter Utsavar); Thayar: Parimalavalli Thayar (Pundarikavalli); Vimanam: Govardhana Vimanam; Theertham: Indra Theertham, Govardhana Theertham, Dhauli Ganga; Pratyaksham: Goddess Parvati, Sage Vashishta, Adi Shankaracharya.
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Sri Paramapurusha Perumal / Narasimha Swamy (Yogic Posture)
Thiruppirudhi (Joshimutt), Chamoli, Uttarakhand
Joshimath, Uttarakhand 246443
Spiritual Highlights
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The left wrist of the ancient Narasimha idol at Joshimath grows thinner each year; tradition holds that when it breaks, the Badrinath mountains will collapse and darshan will shift to Bhavishya Badri.
Meditating under the 2,500-year-old Kalpavriksha (Mulberry tree) where Adi Shankaracharya attained enlightenment, worshipping the Narasimha temple.
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About Sri Paramapurusha Perumal Temple , Thiruppirudhi (Joshimath, Uttarakhand)
Sri Paramapurusha Perumal Temple in Thiruppirudhi (celebrated as Jyotirmath / Joshimath, located at 6,150 feet in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand) is the 104th Divya Desam. Glorified in 10 divine pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, it is one of the four cardinal monastic centers established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century.
This Himalayan shrine serves as the sacred winter seat of Lord Badrinath. When the Badrinath sanctum becomes completely inaccessible under heavy snow between November and April, the golden Utsava idol of Badri Narayana is carried down in a ceremonial procession and worshipped here in Joshimath with full daily rituals, ensuring unbroken worship of the Supreme Lord.
The presiding Moolavar is worshipped as Sri Paramapurusha / Narasimha Swamy, seated in self-manifested dark Shaligram stone in serene meditation. According to ancient Himalayan prophecy, the left arm of the Narasimha deity has been gradually growing thinner over centuries; when this divine arm completely breaks, the sacred twin mountains of Nara and Narayana will collide, sealing the path to Badrinath forever and inaugurating the future sacred sanctuary of Bhavishya Badri.
Architecture & Heritage
Traditional Himalayan Wood and Stone Architecture (Ancient Himalayan tapobhoomi; seat of Adi Shankaracharya's northern Jyotirmath monastery (8th centur)
2,500-year-old Kalpavriksha mulberry tree, Jyotirmath monastery caves, ancient Narasimha stone sanctum, Govardhana Vimanam.
Ancient idol of Lord Narasimha with thinning wrist, sacred seat of Adi Shankaracharya inside the cave.
Rituals & Traditions
Worship conducted following Vedic and Shankaracharya traditions; grand reception of the Badrinath Rawal and Utsavar idol during winter.
The ceremonial arrival of the processional deity of Badrinath in November for the six-month winter residency.
Peda, Kheer, Dry fruits, Himalayan theertham.
Visitor Guidelines
Warm clothing essential due to high Himalayan climate; modest Indian attire preferred.
Level stone courtyard with gentle stairs; easily walkable for elderly devotees within Joshimath town.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Paramapurusha Perumal / Narasimha Swamy (Yogic Posture)
Parimalavalli Thayar Sannidhi, Winter Seat of Sri Badri Narayana (Utsavar), Adi Shankaracharya Matha & Kalpavriksha (2,500-year-old Mulberry Tree), Vasudeva & Navadurga Shrines, Garuda & Hanuman Shrines
Thiruppirudhi (Joshimutt), Chamoli, Uttarakhand
Joshimath, Uttarakhand 246443
How to Reach
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED) (approx 268 km)
Rishikesh Railway Station (RKSH) (approx 250 km)
Joshimath Bus Stand (approx 1 km)
