TAPT KUND one is said to receive the gift of good health as well as salvation from Devdarshan after having a dip in these hot springs. This is the rationale behind why devotees make sure to take a bath in the hot pool outside the Dhams, which are situated in the Himalayan ranges. This pool naturally appears from the sulphurous hot water source. Skin disease diagnosis benefits greatly from sulphur water. The most significant pit stop on the Kedarnath Dham route is Gaurikund. where Gaurikund is the name given to the Tapt Kund. The 2013 disaster caused complete damage to Gaurikund. The historic hot pot been moved roughly 50 metres and 10 feet lower since the catastrophe, where the hot water stream is originating from.
How To Reach
TAPT KUND
Tapt Kund (means hot spring water) situated between Badrinath temple and Alaknanda River in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. From Badrinath, the distance to Tapt Kund is 800m. Badrinath is well connected with major cities of Uttarakhand.
If you are travelling by road from Delhi, buses and taxis are available from ISBT Kashmiri gate to Badrinath. The distance from Delhi to Tapt Kund is 517km. Taxis and sharing cabs are available from Badrinath to Tapt Kund.
If you prefer to travel by plane, the nearest airport to Tapt Kund is Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun, which is approximately 315km away. Upon arrival at the airport, you can find pre-booked and shared taxi services available for Tapt Kund.
If you are traveling by train, the nearest railway station to Tapt Kund is Rishikesh station, located 296km away. From Rishikesh, taxis are readily available to take you to Tapt Kund along this route.