Sonprayag

About

Sonprayag is a village located in the Rudraprayag region of the Uttarakhand state in India. Located on the banks of river Mandakini, it is an advanced Y-shaped railway junction on Chota Char Dham Railway for two divergent railways heading to Kedarnath and Badrinath. In Hindu mythology, bath at the Prayags is believed to be sacred and attainment of “Moksha” is probable. Sonprayag provides mesmerizing views of snow-covered mountains and vigorous green Sonprayag valley. The Pincode of Sonprayag is 246741.

The nearest railway station to Sonprayag is Rishikesh Railway Station at a distance of approx 207.1 km.
The nearest airport to Sonprayag is Jolly Grant Airport at a distance of approx 224.1 km.

Sonprayag Geography

Sonprayag is located at an altitude of 1829 meters above sea level. Sonprayag is a holy place of religious importance situated en route to Kedarnath Dham. Prayag means convergence and Sonprayag reclines at the confluence of two sacred rivers Basuki and Mandakini. Sonprayag is also known as the conflux point of two holy rivers. Sonprayag is a magnificent village that is established en route to Kedarnath. If you are a religious worshipper, you must go and visit the hallowed destination of Sonprayag where the two sacred rivers meet. In addition, if you are approaching Kedarnath then do execute your travel plan to visit Sonprayag. Tourists who also want to explore the most fascinating locations of Uttarakhand can make their travel plan to Sonprayag which is also considered as the marvelous place in the state. The best time to visit Sonprayag is in the months of May, June, September, October, and November.

Plan My Package Recommends: Places To Visit In Sonprayag

Bhairavnath Temple

Bhairavnath Temple or Bhairon Baba Mandir has located on the south side of Kedarnath Temple on the eastern hill sky-scraping Himalayas of Uttarakhand. The temple is devoted to Bhairav - the passionate manifestation of Lord Shiva affiliated with demolition and devastation. The minimum time you need to explore Bhairav Temple is 30 minutes. Bhairava is narrated as Kshterapal who is the preserver of the Kedarnath Temple and the entire Kedar valley during the winter season the temple is closed. You can also have a fascinating view of the Himalayas and the flourishing Kedar valley.

The best time to visit Bhairavnath Temple is in the months of May, June, September, October, and November.
The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Bhairavnath Temple is approx 110 km
The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Bhairavnath Temple is approx 103 km
The distance from Sonprayag to Bhairavnath Temple is approx 13.2 km

Vasuki Tal Lake

Vasuki Tal or Vasuki Taal is a huge glacial lake located at an elevation of 14,200 feet above sea level in Kedarnath Dham of Uttarakhand. You can also have a view of the location of Brahma Kamal and various other Himalayan flowers flourishing near the placid lake and aura delightful. In accordance with Hindu mythology, it is assumed that Lord Vishnu bathed in this lake at the propitious Raksha Bandhan festival. Accordingly, it was named Vasuki Tal. The tourists can also have a fascinating view of the Chaukhamba peaks from Vasuki Tal. The enormous Himalayan ranges and the picturesque vista near the placid lake attract the tourists for a get-together. Additionally, the scrumptious terrains nearby the Vasuki Tal Lake are approachable for trekking.

The best time to visit Vasuki Tal Lake is in the months of May, June, September, October, and November.
The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Vasuki Tal Lake is approx 127 km
The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Vasuki Tal Lake is approx 210 km
The distance from Sonprayag to Vasuki Tal Lake is approx 34.8 km

Triyuginarayan Temple

Triyuginarayan Temple is a renowned Hindu pilgrimage situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. This attractive village is located at an altitude of 1,980 meters and provides captivating views of the snow-peaked mountains of the magnificent Garhwal region. The center of attention of this location is the TriyugiNarayan also known as the Trijugi Narayan Temple devoted to the defender, Lord Vishnu. The structure of this temple simulates that of the Badrinath shrine. Triyugi Narayan is the town where the wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati took place. At present, Triyugi Narayan is getting famous day by day as a well-known wedding destination. Many famous personalities in the past few years got married here to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Shiva for a prospering marriage.

The best time to visit Triyuginarayan Temple is in the months of May, June, September, October, and November.
The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Triyuginarayan Temple is approx 253.6 km
The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Triyuginarayan Temple is approx 231.1 km
The distance from Sonprayag to Triyuginarayan Temple is approx 7.2 km

Places Near Sonprayag

Guptkashi

Guptkashi is located at an altitude of 1319 meters in the Mandakini River valley, is part of the Garhwal region of Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand. Guptkashi is located on the belt of the Northern Himalayan. The Mandakini River Valley is rich with magnolia flowers which are locally known as Champak or Champa, which bloom in early summers and fragrance the air with their sweet aroma. Guptkashi is a visual paradise with the backdrop of high snow-capped mountain peak Chaukhama. The river Yamuna and Ganga meet here in Manikarnika Kund. Many streams and rivulets drain into the river Mandakini. Guptkashi is situated on the route to Kedarnath which lets tourists pay their bows to temples here too.

Places to visit in Guptkashi are :

Vishwanath Temple
Ardhanarishwar Temple

The distance from :

Jolly Grant Airport to Guptkashi is approx 195.9 km
Rishikesh Railway Station to Guptkashi is approx 179.1 km
Sonprayag to Guptkashi is approx 30.4 km

Rudraprayag

Rudraprayag is a sangam of Alakanda and Mandakini Rivers. The famous town of Rudraprayag is named after Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. The celestial town is surrounded by forest lakes, glaciers, foaming rivers, and shining streams. It is located at an altitude of 895 meters of approx 2,936 feet above sea level. Rudraprayag is amongst the Panch Prayag or five confluences of the Alaknanda River. Rudraprayag is blessed with the best scenic views, nature’s beauty, the weather of which grounds upon the elevation of the region.

Places to visit in Rudraprayag are :

Dhara Devi Temple
Augustmuni
Koteshwar Mahadev Temple
Karma Jeet Temple
Indrasani Mansa Devi Temple

The best time to visit Rudraprayag is in the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, and December.

The local cuisine of Rudraprayag is Chainsoo, Gahat Dal, Sisunak Saag, and Kappa.
The distance from Rishikesh Railway Station to Rudraprayag is approx 137 km
The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Rudraprayag is approx 153.8 km
The distance from Sonprayag to Rudraprayag is approx 73.1 km

Kedarnath

Kedarnath is one of the sacred pilgrimages located in North India, Kedarnath is situated in Uttarakhand. It is situated at an elevation of 3,584 meters above sea level, near the river of river Mandakini. A well-known destination for Hindu pilgrims, Kedarnath is one of the four main points in India’s Chota Char Dham pilgrimage that also comprises Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Kedarnath is a precisely vegetarian place utilization of alcohol is strictly prohibited here.

Places to visit in Kedarnath are :

Vasuki Tal

Kedarnath Temple

Bhairav Nath Temple

The best time to visit Kedarnath is in the months of May, June, July, August, September, and October.
The distance from Rishikesh Railway Station to Kedarnath is approx 102 km
The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Kedarnath is approx 103 km
The distance from Sonprayag to Kedarnath is approx 13.2 km

Best Time To Visit Sonprayag

The best time to visit Sonprayag is in the months of May, June, September, and October. The snow has unfrozen and even the rainfall is not there. May is the most crowded and peak month of Sonprayag. Sonprayag also receives snowfall during the months of November, December, January, and February. Through this time the temperature spans from approx 5 ℃ to 18 ℃. September and October the pre-winter months of Sonprayag is the most ideal time to visit. The monsoon season in Sonprayag remains from July to August and leads to heavy rainfall.

Sonprayag in Summer

Sonprayag in summer ranges between the months of April, May, and June. As Sonprayag is a constantly certain degree of icy-cold. The weather during these months is quite pleasant and ideal for sightseeing. The moderate temperature is approx 17 ℃, while the temperature lies from a minimum of 15 ℃ to a maximum of 30 ℃.

Sonprayag in Monsoon

Sonprayag in monsoon ranges between the months of July to September. The monsoon in Sonprayag brings a heavy amount of rainfall and infrequent landslides creating it a less ideal destination for tourists to travel at this time. The temperature also maintains a stable average of 12 ℃. It is supposed as a flood-prone area.

Sonprayag in Winter

Sonprayag in winter is measured between the months of October to April. The winter season of Sonprayag offers you heavy snowfall and it is inaccessible for tourists to travel during this season because many of the roads are blocked. The heavy snow is covered up in sheets and surrounded each and every part of that district. The Kedarnath temple is closed during this season. Know More

How To Reach Sonprayag

Sonprayag By Air

The nearest airport to Sonprayag is Jolly Grant Airport at a distance of approx 224.1 km. You can book your flight from major airlines Air India, Vistara, Spice Jet, Indigo, and Go Air. You can book a taxi or cab from the airport to reach Sonamarg.

The maximum time you needed to reach from :

Delhi to Sonprayag by air is approx(Delhi to Dehradun flight 1 hr non-stop flight), Jolly Grant Airport to Sonprayag is approx 224.1 km
Mumbai to Sonprayag is approx (Mumbai to Dehradun flight 2 hr non-stop flight at earliest), Jolly Grant Airport to Sonprayag is approx 224.1 km
Lucknow to Sonprayag is approx (Lucknow to Dehradun flight 1 hr non-stop flight), Jolly Grant Airport to Sonprayag is approx 224.1 km

Sonprayag By Train

The nearest railway station to Sonprayag is Rishikesh Railway Station at a distance of approx 207.1 km.

The trains going from :

Haridwar to Sonprayag - Hemkunt Special, Rishikesh Railway Station to Sonprayag is approx 207.1 km.
Delhi to Sonprayag - Hemkunt Special, Rishikesh Railway Station to Sonprayag is approx 207.1 km.

Sonprayag By Road

Sonprayag is well attached by motorable highway with important cities of Northern India and even Buses to Sonprayag is easily obtainable from ISBT Anand Vihar, Delhi. Taxis and buses to Sonprayag are easily accessible from the main destinations of the Garhwal district like Chamoli, Dehradun, Haridwar, Pauri, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Uttarkashi.

The distance from :

Haridwar to Sonprayag is approx 232.8 km
Rishikesh to Sonprayag is approx 210 km
Delhi to Sonprayag is approx 467.4 km
Dehradun to Sonprayag is approx 246.7 km
Badrinath to Sonprayag is approx 224.7 km
Lucknow to Sonprayag is approx 941.6 km
Mumbai to Sonprayag is approx 1849.7 km
Joshimath to Sonprayag is approx 184.8 km
Auli to Sonprayag is approx 396.8 km

Places To Stay Near Sonprayag

Kedar Valley Resort

Kedar Valley Resort presents tranquility and peace for an enjoyable and luxurious stay. It has been located in mesmerizing snow-covered mountains, dense deodar trees, flowing streams. The amenities provided by Kedar Valley Resorts are room service, free parking, attached bathroom, WiFi on demand, multi-cuisine restaurant, LCD, and guide facilities.

The distance from :

Jolly Grant Airport to Kedar Valley Resort is approx 200.6 km
Rishikesh Railway Station to Kedar Valley Resort is approx 184.1 km
Sonprayag to Kedar Valley Resort is approx 23.3 km

Check-in time - 02:00 pm

Check-out time - 12:00 pm

Ghughuti Resort

Ghughuti Resort is surrounded by snow-peaked mountains, flowing streams, dense deodar trees. Ghughuti Resort presents tranquility and peace for an enjoyable and luxurious stay. The different types of rooms available at Ghughuti Resort are super deluxe cottages, super deluxe tented, and tent houses. The amenities provided by Ghaghuti Resort are lavish food, complimentary DVD movies, a big lawn for parties, a conference center, and free parking.

The distance from :

Jolly Grant airport to Ghaghuti Resort is approx 214.4 km
Rishikesh Railway Station to Ghaghuti Resort is approx 197.9 km
Sonprayag to Gaghuti Resort is approx 9.5 km

Check-in time - 12:00 pm

Check-out time - 12:00 pm

JPG Palace

Hotel JPG Palace is an ideal budget hotel situated at Sitapur, near Sonprayag. The hotel provides the best and budget accommodation with all the basic amenities and facilities. The different types of rooms available at hotel JPG Palace are double bedded room, triple bedded room, four-bedded room. The amenities provided by Hotel JPG Palace are attached bathroom, 24 hours hot/cold water, doctor on call, TV, free parking, restaurant, and room service.

The distance from :

Jolly Grant Airport to JPG Palace is approx 221.8 km
Rishikesh Railway Station to JPG Palace is approx 203.7 km
Sonprayag to JPG Palace is approx 3.6 km

Check-in time - 12:00 pm

Check-out time - 12:00 pm

The Village Retreat Resort

The Village Retreat Resort is located in Guptkashi, Uttarakhand. The amenities provided by The Village Retreat Resort are free WiFi, free parking, room service, and a garden.

The distance from :