Augustmuni

About Augustmuni

Augustmuni is a town that is situated on the banks of the Mandakini river in Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is located around 16 km away from the city of Rudraprayag, and this place is named after the Hindu/ Yogic SIDDHAR AGASTYA who was one of the seven rishis or Saptarishis. Phata, is around 50 kms from Augustmuni enroute to kedarnath and 18 kms short of Gaurikund.

Augustmuni Temple

Agastyamuni is very famous for its temple which is dedicated to Maharishi Agastya and by the name of religious guru Agastya it is known as Agastyamuni. This temple is a place where Saint Augusta used to worship and it also has a August Kund and a Lord Shiva Temple.

This place has figures of Gods and Goddess carved out on the stones and it also has a rich archaeological significance. A temple which was in the name of Agasteshwar Mahadev was also dedicated to Sage Agastya.

What is Augustmuni Temple Famous For?

Augustmuni temple is famous for many great things such as its pilgrimage, its temple, helipad rides start from this place for Char Dham Yatra darshan, it also has a rich history and mythology which attracts many devotees, the scenery of this place, the peaceful environment.

Augustmuni Temple Ancient Form

Augustmuni was the place where it was believed that there was a Saint Augusta’s asylum where he used to offer his austerities to the Lord. It was also believed that once this temple was flooded with water and was brought to ruins. It was then seen by local in his dream.

Whenever people come to visit this temple they found kund of Saint Augusta and also established his idol at the same place which is still worshiped in the form of Saint Augusta. There is also a temple of Mahadev in this place who is the Guru of Saint Augusta.

Mythology and History of Augustmuni

We have a lot of different legends to explain the history of this place. According to one of the legends, it was believed that this place was terrified by two monsters who were known as Aatapi and Vatapi before saint Augusta came at this place. These monsters were very dangerous. They used to disguise themselves and invite people to their place for lunch. Saints used to accept their offer and visit their place as they were innocent and they didn’t know about their cruel practices. It is believed that when the saints used to visit their place, one of the monster used to turn himself into a dwarf and then he used to hide in the food offered to those people. When he do this, then he used to enter the person’s body and then it cut it out from the inside when he is called by the other monster. The two monsters then used to ate that person. People in that place were terrified by the practices of those two monsters and they asked Saint Augusta for help.

After listening to people’s problem, Augusta himself went to the place where monsters live. He went there to eat the food which they offer to the Saints. The monsters offered him food and used the same trick which they used for other saints and Saint Augusta started doing some spells. The spells killed one of the monster. The other monster was killed in a battle with Saint Augusta which was held after some time. And after that the people living there got rid of the two cruel monsters with the help of Saint Augusta.

Best Time To Visit Augustmuni Temple

You can visit this place throughout they year except for the three months of the monsoon seasons as in that time there is heavy rainfall that makes the road slippery and that makes it impossible to drive the paths smoothly. During summer the weather remains pleasant and it is a perfect time to explore this place, the beauty of the place, the sculptures and many amazing sceneries with clear sky. In the winter season, due to rainfall this place receives snowfall and the surroundings look mesmerizing admits the snow- laden peaks.

You can surely visit this place on the occasion of Baisakhi, it is one of the main events of that place, there a large is held and many devotees come here to worship and pay their homage to God.

Entry Fee : There is a free entry in the temple, you can visit and explore this place anytime you want.

Location of Augustmuni

Augustmuni temple is situated in Rudprayag, on the way to kedarnath which is a small town situated on the bank of the river Mandakini. Augustmuni lies the way to kedarnath temple. It is also a small but beautiful place for the vicinity villages.

Distance/ Travel Time : 9.4 kms/ 19 min

How To Reach Augustmuni

• By Air : The nearest airport is at Dehradun which is around 107 kilo meters away from Augustmuni. You can easily book a cab or you can even catch a public bus so as to reach Augustmuni.
• By Railway : The nearest railway station is at Rishikesh which is around 87 kilo meters away from Augustmuni. You can easily rent a taxi or even public buses that are easy available for Augustmuni from outside the railway station.
• By Road : Augustmuni is well connected by motor able roads which connect it to the other major tourists centers of the state. There are public as wel as private buses that ply in and out of the city on a regular basis connecting it to nearby cities.

Visit Augustmuni Temple During Char Dham Yatra

Augustmuni is one of the best place to stay or visit during your Char Dham Yatra darshan. Many devotees and travellers stay at this beautiful place and even worship while their Char Dham Yatra tour. It is a hilly place which has many facilities available for its tourists and pilgrims of Char Dham. There is also an open ground at this place from where helicopter facilities are available for Char Dham worshippers.

This place will provide you with all the information about cabs and taxis rental services with rate from your city.

Char Dham Yatra Distance from Augustmuni

• Badrinath – distance from Augustmuni to Badrinath is 174km and it will take you around 7hrs to reach there.
  Route – Augustmuni – Rudraprayag – Karnaprayag – Nandprayag – Chamoli – Pipalkoti – Joshimath – Govindghat – Pandukeshwar – Hanuman Chatti – Badrinath
• Kedarnath – distance from Augustmuni to Kedarnath is 75kms and it will take you about 5hrs to reach there.
  Route– Augustmun i- Guptkashi – Phata – Sitapu r- Sonprayag – Gaurikund – Kedarnath
• Gangotri – distance between Augustmuni and Gangotri is 288km and it will take you about 10 hrs to reach there.
  Route – Augustmuni – Rudraprayag – Srinagar – Naughar – Uttarkashi – Gangotri.
• Yamunotri – distance between Augustmuni and Yamunotri is 280 km and it will take you 10 hrs to reach there.
  Route – Augustmuni – Rudraprayag – Srinaga r- Chinyalisaur – Dharasu Band – Barkot – Jankichatti – Yamunotri.

Car Rental For Char Dham Yatra

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Places To Visit in Augustmuni

• Chopta : This place is popularly known as ‘Mini Switzerland’ in Uttaranchal and Northern India. Chopta is rich in varied flora and fauna. Chopta is situated amidst a thick forest of pine, deodar, and rhododendrons
• Phata : Phata is a small village located on the Gopeshar – Gaurkund Road in the Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand state of India. Phata is at an altitude of 1500 mts and famous for its helipad, which is used by many pilgrims visiting Kedarnath Temple.
• Dugalbitta : Dugal Bitta means the space of location between the two mountains. It is a part of Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and it is a natural treasure itself.
• Kedarnath : It is one of the most popular temples in Uttarakhand. It comes under the Chota Chardham circuit. Pilgrims have to trek 16 km to visit this holy temple.
• Tungnath : It is the highest temple of Hindu Lord Shiva. Tungnath is one of the five temples which comes under the Panch Kedar circuit.
• Gaurikund Temple: This is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Parvati who is the wife of the Hindu Lord Shiva. In this temple, pilgrims offer their prayers. Pilgrims on their way or yatra to Kedarnath Temple makes it a point to stop here to visit this holy religious temple.
• Chandrashila Trek : Chandrashila trek is started from Chopta. This trek offers you a beautiful view of some snow-covered mountains.
• Sitapur : Sitapur is located just 7 km from Gaurikund and 26 km from Guptkashi on-road towards Kedarnath. Sitapur can be a good place to halt during heavy seasons for Char Dham Yatra.
• Sonprayag : It is situated on the confluence of two sacred rivers which are the Mandakini and Vasuki river. This place is located on the route of Kedarnath Temple.
• Ukhimath : Ukhimath is a pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand, at an elevation of 1311 meters and at a distance of 41 km from Rudraprayag. It is the home or winter seat of the idol of Kedarnath Temple and Madhyamaheshwar.
• Chamoli : Chamoli is the largest districts in Uttarakhand and a town located on Rishikesh-Badrinath Highway. It is situated at a height of 1300 m above sea level. The land of Chamoli is said to be a favorite of Lord Shiva.
• Gopeshwar : Gopeshwar is a township and the headquarters of Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state of India. It is situated at an altitude of 1550 m above sea level.
• Gauri Kund: This Kund is also known as Gauri Lake, the Lake of Compassion, or Parvati Sarovar, Hindu people consider this lake as a sacred lake and believes that this is the lake where Goddess Parvati had breathed life into Lord Ganesha.
• Guptkashi : It is famous for the ancient Vishwanath Temple dedicated to the god Shiva similar to the one in Varanasi (Kashi). Its religious importance is considered next to that of Varanasi, believed to be the most pious of all Hindu pilgrimage places.

Top 5 Places To Stay In Augustmuni

There are few options for accommodation in Augustmuni during Char Dham Yatra. Following is the list of hotels, resorts, guest houses in Augustmuni.