Tapta Kund is a hot water spring arriving between the Badrinarayan temple and the Alaknanda River. It is located in the Badrinath temple, Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. It is said that the Ganga River after coming from the divine feet of Sriman Narayana was beared by Lord Shivaperuman`s head and since it comes out from the Kabhala of Shiva, it is said that the water of Tapta Kund is hotter.
Tapta Kund is a natural hot water spring inspite of cold and lots of snow fallings, this Tapta kund extracts hot water and is regarded as the domicile of Lord Agni. This Tapta Kund is conceived by the devotees that it has healing qualities, so the pilgrims visiting this place take a dip into the water. Pilgrims believe that a bath into the Tapta Kund will impart goodness and purity in their soul and body. This has become a common practice before entering the Badrinath temple. Tapta Kund is the most fascinating and major attraction in Badrinath.
