Nandprayag Sangam

Nandprayag Sangam is one of the five sacred Panch Prayags in Uttarakhand, located at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Nandakini rivers in Chamoli district. This holy site holds significant religious importance for Hindu pilgrims who believe that taking a dip here washes away sins. The town was once the capital of the Yadu kingdom and is associated with King Nanda, who performed a Maha Yajna here. Visitors can see the Gopalji Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna near the riverbanks.

Visitors can expect to witness the scenic meeting point of two mighty rivers, the Alaknanda and Nandakini, surrounded by green hills and snow-capped mountain views. The area features the Gopalji Temple on the banks of the Alaknanda River and offers a peaceful atmosphere for meditation and prayer. The confluence point is accessible from the highway with viewing areas. The town serves as a stopover point for pilgrims traveling on the Char Dham Yatra route toward Badrinath.

Nandprayag was once the capital of the Yadu kingdom. According to legend, King Nanda performed a Maha Yajna here to seek a son from Lord Vishnu. The stone slab used for the yagna became the foundation of the Nanda Temple. The town is also associated with sage Kanva, who meditated here, giving the place its ancient name Kanvasu.

As one of the five Panch Prayags, Nandprayag holds immense religious significance for Hindus. Pilgrims believe that taking a holy dip at this confluence cleanses them of sins and brings them closer to moksha. The site is linked to Krishna mythology, as King Nanda and his wife Yashoda raised Lord Krishna. The Gopalji Temple commemorates this connection.