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Gangotri Chardham Yatra
Dedicated to Goddess Ganga, the Gangotri chardham yatra is located above 3100 meters of sea level. A popular Hindu pilgrim site, the Gangotri dham is the origin of river Ganga. It is believed that is here that river Ganges was originated when Lord Shiva released the river from the lock of his hair. An integral part of the chardham yatra circuit, the gangotri chardham is an important spiritual destination for chardham pilgrims.
Situated in Uttarkashi district in Uttrakhand, the Gangotri temple has been built by Amar Singh Thapa, a Gurkha general, in the nineteenth century. The gangotri char dham is often visited after yamunotri chardham yatra. The gangotri yamumotri chardham yatra is one of the significant pilgrim visits for any Hindu visiting Badrinath Kedarnath dham.
As pilgrims move from yamunotri chardham yatra located in the western region of Garhwal hills for Gangorti char dham, Uttarkashi is the base camp. It takes 4hours by road to reach the temple from Uttarkashi. However, the Gangotri temple is closed after Diwali up to April. During this time, the deities are carried and kept for worship at the Mukhba village, near Harsil.
An exciting tourist spot, the extreme weather conditions, however, make it unfavorable for tourist to visit any of the chardham sites during the winters. Thus, pilgrims need to properly plan the trip before visiting any of these places.
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Gangotri and Yamunotri Yatra Tour Packages
Ek Dham Yatra Gangotri via Haridwar – 02 Nights 03 Days
Do Dham Gangotri and Yamunotri from Haridwar – 04 Nights 05 Days
Teen Dham Gangotri Kedarnath Badrinath Tourism India via Delhi – 09 Nights 10 Days
Gangotri Dham From Delhi – 04 Nights 05 Days
Gangotri Yamunotri Tour From Delhi – 06 Nights 07 Days
Gangotri Dham India Tourism Information
Gangotri Dham Altitude
3048 mts.
Climate in Gangotri India
Summer – Cool during day and cold at night Max: 20°C &
Min: 6°C; Winter – Snow bound touching sub zero.
Best Season for Gangotri and Yamunotri Yatra
April to October
Clothing for Gangotri Tour
Heavy woolen throughout the season
Gangotri Tourism Languages
Hindi, Garhwali and English.
About Gangotri Yamunotri Tour
The scenic pilgrimage in the lands of the Himalayas is the most holy place where Ganga, touched our mother earth for the very first time. As per mythology, Goddess Ganga, appeared in the form a river to clear the sins of king Bhagirath’s predecessors. Ganga River begins at Gangotri which literally means Ganga Uttari.
Gangotri SIGHT SEEING & EXCURSION :
Gangotri Temple: This 18th century temple is located near the place where, according to legend, King Bhagirath used to worship Lord Shiva at the sacred stone. The stone slab is known as Bhagirathi Shila, on which King Bhagirath is believed to have meditated.
Submerged Shivling: This is a natural rock sunken in the river. According to mythology, this is the place where Lord Shiva sat when he received Ganga in his tangled hair lock. It is visible only in winters when there is a decline in water level.
Kedar Ganga Sangam: Approximately a hundred yards from the Ganga Temple, flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
Kedar Tal : This magnificent and captivating lake is located at a distance of about 18 Kms. from Gangotri, negotiable through a tough and rough mountain trail.
Dayara Bugyal : Bugyal means “high altitude field,” The road to Dayara Bugyal branches off near Bhatwari, a place on Uttarkashi-Gangotri road about 28 Kms. from Uttarkashi.
Sat-Tal : Sat-Tal, means seven lakes, is situated just above Dharali, 2 Kms. away from Harsil. A 5km trek is worthwhile, as this group of lakes is situated in the middle of beautiful natural surroundings. Also offers lovely camp sites.
Gaumukh : The Gaumukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi Ganga. It is held in high regard by the devotees who do not miss a chance to have a sacred dip in the chilling icy water. It is 18 Kms. trek from Gangotri.
Hotels in/at Gangotri / Gangotri Hotels
Gangotri Hotels
List of Hotels in/at Gangotri:
- Hotel Bhagirathi Sadan
- GMVN TRH
- Hotel Mandakini View
- Hotel Ganga view
How to Reach Gangotri Dham India
Air: Nearest Airport is Jolly Grant (262 Kms.).
Rail: Nearest railhead is at Rishikesh, 226 Kms. away.
Road: Gangotri is accessible by road to Uttarkashi, Tehri Garhwal, Rishikesh and from there to many other parts of the country. Bus services link Gangotri with numerous centers in the district like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tehri, Uttarkashi etc.