Yamunotri
Perched amidst sprawling Garhwal Hills, Yamunotri is another revered pilgrim spots in the state of Uttarakhand. It is one of the Char Dham in India and holds great religious importance. Yamunotri is the source of sacred river Yamuna and also the abode of goddess Yamuna. It is famous for its thermal springs, glaciers and scenic locales. In effect, it is one of the must visit places from travel and tourism point of view. According to Hindu mythology, this hilly spot was once the abode of an ancient sage by the name, Asit Muni. Owing to its legendary significance, thousands of devotees visit this silent yet hustling-bustling pilgrimage place. There are a many worth visiting places here, one of the most important being the Yamunotri temple. This temple was built by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur in the 19th century. The shrine is dedicated to goddess Yamuna. She resides here in the form of a silver idol adorned with garlands. It is believed that a holy dip in the sacred water of river Yamunotri here relieves everyone from a painful death. This is because she is the sister of Yama, the God of Death. As a result, pilgrims visit the place in order to seek the blessings of Yamuna and save themselves from the agony of death. Apart from this there is Surya Kund which is known for its thermal springs. The temperature of the water here is approximately 190 degree Fahrenheit. Also, there are a number of hot water pools here, which are used to cook rice and potato as Prasad (holy offerings to God). Divya Shilla is a rock pillar here, which is worshipped by the devotees before entering the Yamunotri temple. Other tourist places near Yamunatri are Janaki Chatti, Hanuman Chatti and Saptrishi Kund.

Atop is a flank of Bandar Poonch peak (3615 m). The actual source, a frozen lake of ice and glacier (Champasar Glacier) located on the Kalind Mountain at the height of 4421 m above sea level is about 1 km further up is not easily accessible. Hence the shrine has been located on the foot of the hill. The Temple of divine mother Yamuna was built by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. The tiny Yamuna has icy cold water and its absolute innocence & the infantile purity heightens that deep feeling of reverence, which Yamunotri has for the devout. According to the legend ancient sage Asit Muni had his hermitage here. The trek to Yamunotri is truly spectacular, dominated by a panorama of rugged peaks and dense forests.

The Yamunotri Temple opens every year on the auspicious day of the Akshaya - Tritiya ( in April - May ) & closes on the sacred day of Diwali ( Oct. - Nov. ).

Location : Left Bank of River Yamuna
Altitude : 3235 M
Dedicated to : Goddess Yamuna


GETTING THERE 
Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, 196 kms. 
Rail : Nearest railhead is at Rishikesh, 213 kms.and Dehradun 172 kms.
Road : Dharasu, 107 kms. Tehri, 107 kms. Rishikesh, 213 kms. and Dehradun, 172 kms.

 
 
 CHARDHAM ITINERARY


Day 01
: Haridwar-Mussoorie-Barkot ( 220 kms, 06 hrs drive)
Drive to Barkot/Syanachatti. Arrive Barkot and night stay at Hotel.


Day 02: Barkot-Yamunoti return
Drive to Jankichatti then trek 07 kms to reach Yamunotri to visit the Yamunotri Dham, situated on the bank of the river.


Day 03
: Barkot-Uttarkashi (115 kms, 5 Hrs dive)
After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. Night stay at the hotel.


Day 04
: Uttarkashi-Gangotri-Uttarkashi ( 200 kms round trip)
In the morning, we will move to Harsil - one the beautiful valleys in the world. Drive to Gangotri, On arrival take a holy dip in the River scared The Ganges, also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform pooja and relax in the lovely surrounding. In the afternoon return back to Uttarkashi.


Day 05
: Uttarkashi- Guptakashi/Rudraprayag/Gaurikund (250 kms/8 hrs)
After early breakfast, we will move to Guptakashi/Gaurikund. Night stay at the hotel.


Day 06
: Gaurikund-Kedarnath (40 kms , 1 1/2 hrs)
In the morning start trek to Kedarnath (14 kms/4 hrs). In the evening we take you to visit Kedarnath Dham for Darshan, Aarti & pooja. Night stay at the hotel.


Day 07
: Kedarnath –Rudraprayag:( 90 kms)
In the morning trek back to Gaurikund, and after lunch we start our journey for Rudraprayag. Night stay at the hotel.


Day 08
: Rudraprayag - Badrinath (220 kms / 8 hrs)
In the morning, we move to Badrinath via Chopta. Enjoy the stunning drive with natural beauty. Night stay at the hotel.


Day 9
: Badrinath – Joshimath/Auli: ( 55 Kms, 2Hrs)
In the morning darshant at Badrinath dham, After breakfast visit mana village and drive back to joshimath and visit auli (the skiing centre) and back to Joshimath. Night stay at hotel.


Day 10
: Joshimath– Rishikesh (260 kms, 8-9 hrs)
In the morning, we drive back to Rishikesh. Reach Rishikesh in the evening. Night stay at the hotel.

 
 
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