Char Dham India

Chardham
Up in the misty heights of the majestic Garhwal Himalayas that adorn the magnificent state of Uttar Pradesh, awaits arejuvenating spiritual experience for the devout. Location:Nestling in the lofty peaks of Himalayas are the four most holy pilgrimages of India -Yamunotri, Gangotri, Sri Kedarnathji and Sri Badrinathji, collectively referred to as the Char Dham or four pilgrimage centres of Hinduism. Each situated above 3000 mt. is important from a religious as well as for scenic point of view. Significance: According to the Puranas and various Hindu scriptures, the Char Dham Yatra is of very high religious significance. Pilgrims from all around the world brave the severe conditions of landscape and weather to visit the shrines and have a holy darshan of the revered deities.
BadrinathBadrinath Temple is the abode of Lord Vishnu. It is situated at an altitude of 3130 m at the banks of Alaknanda. Near the temple is a hot water sulphur spring, Tapt Kund. Adi Shankarcharya established the idol of Vishnu in the temple.
KedarnathThe temple of Kedarnath dedicated to Lord Shiva is revered and visited by many pilgrims every year. The temple is built of large, heavy and evenly cut grey slabs of stones and is more than 1000 years old. The temple has a garbha griha where a conical rock formation is situated and a Mandapam for seating of pilgrims and visitors. A large statue of the Nandi Bull is situated outside the temple door.
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Gangotri: The revered shrine of Gangotri, situated at an altitude of 3,200 mts. is surrounded by deodars and pines.Visited by hundreds of thousands pilgrims every year, this 18th century temple constructed by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa, is near the spot where the goddess Ganga is said to have first descended on earth from heaven, in answer to the prayers of King Bhagriath.
Yamunotri: The shrine of Yamunotri,situated at an elevation of about 3,235 mt is a point of paramount religious importance. Goddess Yamuna, the river goddess is worshipped here. The river Yamuna emerges from Yamunotri glacier which is at a height of 4420 m near the Kalind mountain. This was the home of Sage Asit. The temple was constructed by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal.
Trip schedule:A visit to the Four Holy Shrines would require you to spend a period to 4-5 days. Climate: Summer: Cool during the day and cold at night. Winter: Snow-bound.Touching sub-zero. Transport Information: » By Air- The nearest airport from Rishikesh is at Jolly Grant, 18 km away. » By Rail- Rishikesh is also connected by train services with Haridwar, the nearest broad-gauge railway station. » By Road- Regular bus services also operate to the city from all the important centers in the northern region.