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Trip description Chardham trip with
trekking to Gaumukh, the source of the Ganges.
CHAR DHAM YATRA - Include Source Of Ganga
Trek
HIMALAYAN SHRINES :
CHAR DHAM TOURS :
The sources of two rivers, Gangotri and Yamunotri are devoted to the female
deities Ganga and Yamuna. They both, along with Badrinath and Kedarnath form
the Chardham of Garhwal Himalayas, the four most hallowed shrines in this
Himalayas.
The Ganges , especially, is the river of India, beloved of her people ,
around which are entwined her memories, her hopes and fears , her songs of
triumph, her victories and defeats. She has been the symbol of India s age
long culture and civilization, ever changing, ever flowing and yet ever the
same Ganga.
Ancient India gave countless names to the Ganga. Amoung them is Loknadi or
River of the world. In its most pristine form, Goddess Ganga as she is
reverentially known, first descended her into from heaven at Gangotri where
Lord Shiva received her into his matted locks to counter the immense impact
of her fall. From there the mighty Ganga emerged into a number of streams;
the one which commenced from Yamunotri was termed Yamuna, from Gangotri
Bhigrathi, from Kedarnath Mandakani and the one which commenced from
Badrinath was termed Alaknanda.
Traditionally , the yatra (or Journey) is done from the west to the east-
starting from Yamunotri, then proceeding to Gangotri and finally to
Kedarnath and Badrinath. Although Char Dham are accessible through a network
of motorable roads, arduous trails remain in the ancient sanctuaries of
faith for a fulfilling experience.
Duration : Eleven Nights& Twelve Days
Place cover : Rishikesh Yamnotri Gangotri Gomukh Kedarnath Badrinath.
DAY 01 Rishkesh to Hanumanchatti / Drive : 8-9 hrs.
DAY 02. H C to Yamnotri Yamnotri to H Chatti / Trek : 14kms 5-6 hr.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th
Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of
thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous
pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Divya Shila: A rock
pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
DAY 03. H Chattito Gangtotri / Drive 8/9 hrs.
Gangotri Temple:
The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th
Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi. Submerged Shivling:
Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where,
according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his
matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.
Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100
Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the
Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
Gaumukh:
The Gaumukh Glacier is the source of Bhagirathi & is held in the high esteem
by the devout that do not miss the opportunity to have a holy dip in the
BONE CHILLING icy water. It is 18 km from Gangotri by trek.
DAY 04. Gangotri to Bhojbasa / Trek : 14kms 5-6 hr.
DAY 05. Bhojbasa to Gomukh to Bhojbasa / Trek 4-5 hrs.
DAY 06. Bhojbasa to Gangotri t/ Trek 6/7 hrs.
DAY 07. Gangotri to Rudraprayag / Drive : 7-8hrs.
DAY 08. Rudrapraya to Gaurikund Gurikund to Kedarnath / Trek: 4-5
hrs.
After early breakfast, drive to Gurikund. Check in Hotel, night halt.
Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda.
Temples: Rudranath and Chamunda Devi, Koteshwar Temple (3 Kms. Trek start
from Gaurikund to Kedarnath. Check in Hotel.
Gaurikund: At a distance of 5kms
from Sonprayag and at an altitude of 1982 meters. One can take bath in the
hot water pond here and visit the Gauri Temple. This is the place where
Goddess Parvati meditated to attain Lord Shiva. It is the base for a trek to
Kedarnath.
Kedarnath:
The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord
Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic
Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the
destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the
Kauravas in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own
brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded
them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a
bull.
On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface.
The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are
worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the
face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head
at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as
Panch Kedar
DAY 09. Kedarnath to Gaurikund Gaurikund to Rudraprayag / Trek +
Drive 4/5 hrs.
DAY 10. Rudraprayag to Badrinath / Drive 5/6 hrs.
Badrinath :
The temple of Shri Badrinath ji on the bank of the Alaknanda
river dates back to the vedic times. Situated at an altitude of 3133 mts.,
the present temple is believed to have been built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya
an 8th century philosopher saint, who also established a math here. Also
known as Vishal Badri , Badrinath is one of the Panch Badris. The temple is
cradled in the twin mountain ranges of Nar and Naryan is the holiest of the
four main shrines.With the splendid Neelkanth mountains as the backdrop, it
is an important destination on the sacred itinerary of every devout Hindu.
Once the spot was carpeted with famous as Badri Van .
DAY 11. Badrinath to Rudraprayag / Drive 5/6 hrs.
DAY 12. Rudraprayag to Rishikesh. / Drive : 5/6 Hrs.
Cost for the above trip per person : One person :
: For two person : : For
four person :
Hindu mythology prescribes 'YATRA' or pilgrimage to
places of religious importance for salvation. It is believed that a true
devotee is tested for kindness by God incognito |
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