Yamunotri

Nestling in the lofty peaks of Himalayas are the four most holy pilgrimages of India - Sri Badrinathji, Sri Kedarnathji, , Yamunotri and Gangotri, collectively referred to as the Char Dham ( or four pilgrimage centres) of Hinduism. For centuries, saints and pilgrims, in their search for the divine, have walked these mystical vales known in ancient Hindu scriptures as 'Kedarkhand'.

In the scriptures of Hindu religion the Chardhams are believed to be the most sacred of all pilgrimages. Undertaking a journey (yatra) to these places will not just wash away one's sins but ensures release from the cycle of birth and death. The Chardham must be visited from left to right -beginning with Yamunotri, going on to Gangotri, Shri Kedarnathji and culminating the journey at Shri Badrinathji. This route follows the Hindu tradition of parikrama or clockwise circumambulation.

The Garhwal Himalayas have been blessed with some of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites and Yamunotri is one such. According to Hindu mythology, Yamunotri is one of the Char Dhams and is the origin of the sacred river Yamuna. Famous for its thermal springs and glaciers, it is one of the most significant stopovers on the tirath yatra (pilgrimage tour) schedule of the Hindu pilgrim. According to an old legend, Asit Muni, the revered sage, used to reside here.The Yamunotri Temple is the major attraction of this site. A holy dip in the nearby tank filled by hot springs and cooking rice in its water are common rituals performed by the devotees. The temple remains closed during the winter months of November to April.

The main temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. The present temple was built by Maharani Guleria of Jaipur in the late nineteenth century. Once destroyed by an earthquake, it has been rebuilt. Among the major attraction of Yamunotri are hot springs nearby. Devotees prepare rice and potatoes to offer at the shrine, by dipping them in these hot water springs, tied in muslin cloth. The trek to Yamunotri is spectacular, dominated by a panorama of rugged peaks and dense forest.

Tourist Attractions in and around Yamunotri: Yamunotri Shrine, Hanumanchatti.

Yamunotri’s Weather and Time of visit:
Climate Summer: Cool during the day & cold at night (Max. 20 deg.C. Min. 6 deg.C).
Climate Winter: Snowbound touching sub zero (Max. Sub-Zero Min. Snowbound).
Best Season: May to June and September to October.

Clothes to be wear:
Clothing Required during April to July - Light woolen.
Clothing Required during September to November - Heavy woolens.

How to Reach Yamunotri:
By Air - Nearest Airport – Jollygrant  – 265 kms away from Gangotri
By Rail – Rishikesh (220 kms away from Yamunotri), which is connected to major cities like Howrah, Mumbai, Delhi & Lucknow by rail.
By Road – The road to Yamunotri diverts from Rishikesh - Yamunotri road at Dharasu. Important road distances: Hanumanchatti 13 km, Dharasu 107 km, Tehri 149 km. Hanumanchatti, the roadhead for Yamunotri is connected by bus services of Samyukt Rotation Yatayat Vyavstha Samiti to Rishikesh, Haridwar and other major centres in the region.

We provide you with a 15nights & 16days: Char Dham Darshan travel package for Yamunotri which includes complete hotel accommodation and air bookings, as well as transport services for the entire duration of your tour.

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