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Char Dham 1-Day Itinerary

  1. 6:00AM: Yamunotri Temple
    1.5 hours (38.7 km) from Rishikesh

    Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna and is one of the four sacred sites in the Char Dham pilgrimage. It is situated at an altitude of 3,293 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

  2. 10:30AM: Gangotri Temple
    4 hours (96.4 km) from Yamunotri Temple

    Gangotri Temple is dedicated to the goddess Ganga and is located at an altitude of 3,042 meters above sea level. The temple is surrounded by beautiful mountains, and the Bhagirathi River flows nearby.

  3. 1:30PM: Kedarnath Temple
    6 hours (165 km) from Gangotri Temple

    Kedarnath Temple is located at an altitude of 3,583 meters and is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is situated amidst the snow-capped Himalayas.

  4. 5:00PM: Badrinath Temple
    9 hours (234 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Badrinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in India. The temple is located at an altitude of 3,133 meters and offers stunning views of the Neelkanth Peak.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you can also visit Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh pilgrimage site located near the Valley of Flowers National Park. Additionally, you can take a side trip to Auli, a popular skiing destination in the Himalayas. Make sure to bring warm clothing as temperatures can drop significantly at night. To maximize your fun, try to start your journey early in the morning to avoid traffic and crowds.

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