The Char Dham Yatra refers to a pilgrimage tour in India that covers four sacred shrines located in the Himalayas. These shrines are:
Yamunotri: Located at an altitude of 3,293 meters, Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna. The temple of Yamunotri is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna and is believed to be more than 1,000 years old.
Gangotri: Located at an altitude of 3,100 meters, Gangotri is the source of the river Ganga (Ganges). The temple of Gangotri is dedicated to the goddess Ganga and is believed to be around 300 years old.
Kedarnath: Located at an altitude of 3,583 meters, Kedarnath is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The temple of Kedarnath is believed to be more than 1,200 years old and is a major attraction for pilgrims.
Badrinath: Located at an altitude of 3,133 meters, Badrinath is one of the most important shrines in Hinduism. The temple of Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is believed to be more than 1,200 years old.
The Char Dham Yatra is undertaken by millions of pilgrims every year and is considered to be one of the most sacred journeys in Hinduism. The yatra usually begins in the month of April/May and ends in November, depending on the weather conditions. The yatra involves trekking, walking, and driving through some of the most scenic landscapes in the Himalayas.
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The Char Dham Yatra is a spiritual journey that offers an opportunity to experience the rich cultural and religious heritage of India. Here are some things you can expect during the Char Dham Yatra:
Arrive at the airport or railway station and meet your tour operator. Travel to Barkot by road, a distance of around 200 km. Overnight stay in Barkot.
Early morning, drive to Jankichatti and then trek for around 6 km to reach Yamunotri temple. Take a dip in the hot springs and offer prayers at the temple. Return to Barkot for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi, a distance of around 100 km. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple and the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Early morning, drive to Gangotri, a distance of around 100 km. Take a dip in the holy river Ganges and offer prayers at the Gangotri temple. Return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Guptkashi, a distance of around 220 km. Visit the ancient Triyuginarayan temple en route. Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
Early morning, drive to Sonprayag and then trek for around 20 km to reach Kedarnath temple. Take a dip in the holy Ganges and offer prayers at the temple. Return to Guptkashi for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Badrinath, a distance of around 190 km. Visit the Mana village, Vyas Gufa, and the Ganesh Gufa en route. Overnight stay in Badrinath.
Take a dip in the holy Tapt Kund and offer prayers at the Badrinath temple. Visit the Mana village, Vasudhara falls, and the Bheem Pul. Return to Badrinath for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Haridwar/Rishikesh, a distance of around 300 km. Visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat and attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening. Overnight stay in Haridwar/Rishikesh.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport or railway station for departure.
