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The four Himalayan abodes of Uttarakhand — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath.
The Chota Char Dham is the most revered Himalayan pilgrimage, covering the four holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath in Uttarakhand. Tradition dictates the yatra begin at Yamunotri and proceed clockwise. It involves high-altitude travel, moderate treks and darshan at temples that open only during the summer months. Helicopter services are available at each dham for elderly or time-constrained pilgrims.
Uttarakhand
Source of the sacred Yamuna river
6 km trek from Janki Chatti. Opens on Akshaya Tritiya.
Uttarakhand
Origin of the holy Ganga
Motorable to Gangotri town at 3,100m.
Uttarakhand
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas — Lord Shiva
16 km trek from Gaurikund; helicopter from Phata/Guptkashi.
Uttarakhand
Abode of Lord Vishnu, one of Char Dham of India
Motorable town at 3,300m. Tapt Kund hot spring bath is customary.
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