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A Day Trip to Chardham

  1. 6:00AM: Yamunotri Temple
    15 minutes (5 miles) from Kharsali

    Start your spiritual journey by visiting the ancient Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the temple is situated on the foothills of Kalind mountain range and is believed to be the source of the Yamuna river.

  2. 9:00AM: Gangotri Temple
    4 hours (100 miles) from Yamunotri Temple

    Next stop is the Gangotri Temple, located at an altitude of 3,042 meters. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and is a significant site for Hindus who believe that taking a dip in the Ganges here will wash away all their sins.

  3. 1:00PM: Kedarnath Temple
    4 hours (80 miles) from Gangotri Temple

    The Kedarnath Temple is situated at an altitude of 3,583 meters and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is believed to be built by the Pandavas during the Mahabharata era. The temple is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and is a sight to behold.

  4. 5:00PM: Badrinath Temple
    5 hours (125 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    The last stop is the Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated on the banks of the Alaknanda river and is surrounded by the Neelkanth mountain range. The temple is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and is believed to be one of the four sites of the Char Dham Yatra.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit the Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh shrine located near the Valley of Flowers. The Gauri Kund, a natural hot spring, is an ideal place to relax after the long journey. Make sure to carry warm clothes as the weather can get chilly even in the summer. A private car or taxi is recommended for the journey. Book your hotels and flights at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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