Chardham pilgrimage tour is meant to conciliate your moral and spiritual tempts. To savor the spiritual expedition for complete rejuvenation of mind and soul, Gangotri Dham is the ideal location. Gangotri, which is the origin of the sacred river Ganga attracts many tourists every year. The confrontation with the daunting rivers and attempts to unravel the mysteries of the supernatural world are omnipresent here.
Magnificently couching amongst the royal Garhwal hills of Himalaya, the Gangotri temple is elevated at an altitude of 3048 meters above the sea level. It is located at the northernmost part of Uttarakhand state and is very near to Indo-Tibetan border in Uttrakashi district. The summers are relatively cool and winters are freezing cold, with rains in the months of May and June. For the devotees, the doors to Gangotri Dham are open only in the months of May to November.
It is being believed that to absolve the sins of King Bhagirath’s sons, Goddess Ganga descended in earth and so is also called Bhagirathi and the origin is called Gangotri that literally means, “Ganga Utari= Gangotri”.
One can witness a natural rock “Shivling”, submerged in the river is an amazing sight reinforcing the power of divinity. It is the same spot where Lord Shiva received the strong waves of river Ganga in his matted locks. The picturesque pilgrimage in the hinterlands of the Himalayas is the most sacred spot where Ganga, the stream of life, touched earth for the first time.
Gangotri tour offers you a visit to the 18th century Gangotri temple which is an exquisite 20 ft high structure made of white granite and people can come here to catch the holy glimpse of Goddess Ganga which is one of the form of Shakti(power). A single sacred dip to this river will wash away all their sins which is the believed myth in Hindu religion.
Sightseeing at Kedarnath -
Gangotri Temple
The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. According to another legend, Pandavas performed the great 'Deva Yagna' here to atone for the deaths of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft.high structure made of white granite.
Nandanvan Tapovan
An arduous trek along the Gangotri Glacier leads to scenic Nandanvan - the base camp for the Bhagirathi peaks, that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding Shivaling peak. A trek across the snout of the Gangotri Glacier leads to Tapovan known for its beautiful meadows that encircle the base of the Shivling Peak.
Uttarkashi (99 kms.)
An important pilgrimage centre, situated at an elevation of 1,150 mts. above sea level on the bank of river Bhagirathi. Some of the important temples worth visiting are Vishwanath temple, Ekadash Rudra temple, Gyaneshwar temple and Kuteti Devi Temple. Nearby is the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. Every year, during the 'Magh Mela' people visit Uttarkashi to take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi along with the image of their village deity.
Kedar Tal (18 kms.)
An enhancing lake, 4425 mts. above sea level against the splendid backdrop of mighty Thalaiyasagar peak. Accessible through arough mountain trail, it is the base camp for trekking to surrounding peaks. The trek to Kedartal needs a local guide.
Gaumukh (18 kms.)
The snout of the Gangotri Glacier and the source of the Bhagirathi river. Pilgrims trek upto the sacred spot on foot or on ponies to take a holy dip in the ice-cold water.
Dayara Bugyal (93 kms.)
A breathtakingly beautiful meadow, situated at a height of 3,048 mts. above sea level. A motorable road connects Bhatwari (27 kms. from Uttarkashi) with Raithal village, from where follows a 6 kms. long trek to Dayara. The famous Sheshnag Temple enroute is an attraction of the trek. From Dayara, one can also trek down to Dodi Tal (30 kms.). During winters, Dayara provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq.kms.
Nachiketa Tal (131 kms.)
A pleasant trek through lush green forests leads to this peaceful retreat. A small temple along the lake and lovely surroundings are an attraction.
Tehri (173 kms.)
Lying at the confluence of Bhagirathi and Bhilganga rivers is the former capital of Tehri Garhwal principality. It is the site of a giant hydel project.
Narendranagar (239 kms.)
The new capital of erstwhile Tehri state, offers a magnificent view of the Ganga valley of Rishikesh and the plains of Haridwar.
How To Reach-
Airport- Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 226 kms.
Railhead- Rishikesh, 249 kms.
Road- Well connected to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun and Delhi
Sightseeing at Kedarnath -
Gangotri Temple
The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. According to another legend, Pandavas performed the great 'Deva Yagna' here to atone for the deaths of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft.high structure made of white granite.
Nandanvan Tapovan
An arduous trek along the Gangotri Glacier leads to scenic Nandanvan - the base camp for the Bhagirathi peaks, that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding Shivaling peak. A trek across the snout of the Gangotri Glacier leads to Tapovan known for its beautiful meadows that encircle the base of the Shivling Peak.
Uttarkashi (99 kms.)
An important pilgrimage centre, situated at an elevation of 1,150 mts. above sea level on the bank of river Bhagirathi. Some of the important temples worth visiting are Vishwanath temple, Ekadash Rudra temple, Gyaneshwar temple and Kuteti Devi Temple. Nearby is the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. Every year, during the 'Magh Mela' people visit Uttarkashi to take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi along with the image of their village deity.
Kedar Tal (18 kms.)
An enhancing lake, 4425 mts. above sea level against the splendid backdrop of mighty Thalaiyasagar peak. Accessible through arough mountain trail, it is the base camp for trekking to surrounding peaks. The trek to Kedartal needs a local guide.
Gaumukh (18 kms.) The snout of the Gangotri Glacier and the source of the Bhagirathi river. Pilgrims trek upto the sacred spot on foot or on ponies to take a holy dip in the ice-cold water.
Dayara Bugyal (93 kms.)
A breathtakingly beautiful meadow, situated at a height of 3,048 mts. above sea level. A motorable road connects Bhatwari (27 kms. from Uttarkashi) with Raithal village, from where follows a 6 kms. long trek to Dayara. The famous Sheshnag Temple enroute is an attraction of the trek. From Dayara, one can also trek down to Dodi Tal (30 kms.). During winters, Dayara provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq.kms.
Nachiketa Tal (131 kms.)
A pleasant trek through lush green forests leads to this peaceful retreat. A small temple along the lake and lovely surroundings are an attraction.
Tehri (173 kms.)
Lying at the confluence of Bhagirathi and Bhilganga rivers is the former capital of Tehri Garhwal principality. It is the site of a giant hydel project.
Narendranagar (239 kms.)
The new capital of erstwhile Tehri state, offers a magnificent view of the Ganga valley of Rishikesh and the plains of Haridwar.
How To Reach-
Airport- Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 226 kms.
Railhead- Rishikesh, 249 kms.
Road- Well connected to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun and Delhi
General Information About Gangotri:
Altitude : 4140
Temperature :
Summer: Max. 20 deg.C.
Min. 6 deg.C .
Winter : Max. Sub-Zero
Min. Snowbound
Min. 6 deg.C .
Winter : Max. Sub-Zero
Min. Snowbound
Clothing:
May to July: - Light woollen
Sept. to Nov.:- Heavy woolens
Sept. to Nov.:- Heavy woolens
Langauage/Dialects:- Hindi, English & Garhwali .
Best Season :- May to June and September to October .
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