Unforgettable Views and Serene Settings: Must-See Destinations Enroute Char Dham Yatra 2023

Char Dham Yatra is one of the most popular pilgrimages in India, attracting millions of devotees every year. The yatra takes pilgrims to four sacred temples – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath – located in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand. While the pilgrimage is primarily a religious journey, the scenic routes that lead to these temples are breathtakingly beautiful.

The Scenic Route to Yamunotri

  1. Hanuman Chatti: A picturesque hamlet on the banks of Yamuna River that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
  2. Janki Chatti: A hot water spring that is believed to have medicinal properties and is located on the way to Yamunotri.
  3. Kharsali: A quaint village that is known for its ancient Shani Temple and is the starting point of the trek to Yamunotri.
  4. Barkot
  5. Ruinsara Lake
  6. Sankri Village

The Tranquil Town of Uttarkashi

  1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple: A revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva that is located in the heart of Uttarkashi.
  2. Nehru Institute of Mountaineering: A premier institute that offers courses in mountaineering and is located in the picturesque town of Uttarkashi.
  3. Dodi Tal:
  4. Dayara Bugiyal
  5. Mayali Pass Trek
  6. Nachiketa Tal

The Majestic Gangotri Glacier

  1. Bhatwadi
  2. Gangnani
  3. Harsil- Kyarkoti Trek
  4. Dharali
  5. BhairoGhati
  6. Nelong Valley
  7. Gartang Gali
  8. Gangotri
  9. Gaumukh: A glacier that is the source of the holy river Ganga and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.
  10. Tapovan: A high altitude meadow that is located above the Gangotri Glacier and is a popular destination for trekkers.

The Pristine Valley of Guptkashi

  1. Ardhnarishwar Temple: A unique temple that is dedicated to the half-male and half-female form of Lord Shiva and is located in the beautiful valley of Guptkashi.
  2. Vishwanath Temple: A revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva that is located in the heart of Guptkashi.
  3. TriyugiNarayan

The Spiritual Abode of Kedarnath

  1. Gaurikund
  2. Kedarnath Temple: A revered shrine that is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located at an altitude of 11,755 feet.
  3. Vasuki Tal: A serene lake that is located near Kedarnath.
  4. Shankaracharya Math: A famous monastery that is dedicated to the great philosopher and saint, Adi Shankaracharya.

The Picturesque Village of Joshimath

  1. Ukhimath-omkareshwar
  2. Chopta-Tungnath
  3. Gopeswar-Gopinath Temple
  4. Chamoli-Urgam Valley-Kalpeswar Mahadev
  5. Narsimha Temple: A revered shrine that is dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s half-man and half-lion avatar and is located in the picturesque village of Joshimath.
  6.  Auli-Gorson Bugiyal, Kuwari Pass
  7. Tapovan
  8. Neeti Valley
  9. Vishnu Prayag
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The Scenic Drive to Badrinath

  1.  
  2. Govind Ghat
  3. Ghangari
  4. Valley of Flower
  5. Hemkund Saheb
  6. Badrinath
  7. Mana Village: The last village on the Indian side of the Indo-China border that is known for its natural beauty and ancient temples. (Vedvyas Gufa)
  8. Vyas Gufa: A cave where it is believed that the sage Vyas wrote the Mahabharata, one of the greatest epics of Hindu mythology.
  9. Bhimpul
  10. Bharat ki akhri chai ki dukan
  11. VasuDhara fall
  12. SwargaRohini Trek
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