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Did you know that as of May 2024, nearly 10 lakh pilgrims have already visited Uttarakhand for the Char Dham Yatra? This fact shows the popularity of the Char Dham Yatra, a significant religious journey done by Hindus annually.
The Char (four) Dham (divine abode) yatra (journey) is a tour of four religious sites located in the state of Uttarakhand (known as Devbhoomi, the abode of Gods). The tour is performed by religious people as well as those who seek an uplifting spiritual experience.
The 4 Dham yatra comprises a visit to four holy places:
1. Yamunotri: The starting point of the yatra is also the origin of the holy river Yamuna and has a temple devoted to the river Goddess.
2. Gangotri: After visiting Yamunotri, pilgrims travel to Gangotri, where the River Ganga originates. The temple is a holy place for Hindus who consider Ganga as Papanashini (the one who washes away sins).
3. Kedarnath: From Gangotri, pilgrims visit Kedarnath, the abode of Lord Shiva. The temple of Shiva is one of the holiest places for Hindus.
4. Badrinath: After taking the blessings of Shiva, it is mandatory to visit Badrinath and take the blessings of Lord Vishnu. It is the last point in the Char Dham yatra.
You can visit opt for the 4 dham helicopter yatra by air or choose the yatra by road. Since the four places are located in the icy Himalayas, the chardham yatra is closed during winter. The temple and the yatra are open between April/May and October/November.
Hindus revere all the dhams. These places and temples are mentioned in the Puranas and other epics. Gangotri is where Ganga descended to earth and was stopped by Lord Shiva. Kedarnath is believed to have been built by the Pandavas and is one of the twelve jyotirlingas of Shiva. Adi Shankara, the leading Hindu spiritual Guru, established Badrinath.
If you want to experience a spiritual awakening, then you must plan a visit to these four holy places. Booking the best char dham yatra package will allow you to have a great trip. Jagannath Tours is the best travel agency for chardham yatra. Booking a 4 dham Uttarakhand package is the best way to enjoy the yatra.