Located right next to the holy river of Ganga and
dedicated to goddess Ganga, this temple is one of the most beautiful temples in
Char Dham Yatra circuit. If you are planning on a trip for Gangotri yatra then here
are a few frequently asked questions answered for you:
What is the Importance of Gangotri Dham?
The temple of Gangotri is situated on the banks of
the gushing river of Ganga and is of incredible significance to the Hindus.
Goddess Ganga is worshipped here and the temple is built on the place where king
Bhagirath is supposed to have worshipped to goddess Ganga asking her to make
her way into the earthly realm from heaven in order to provide their deceased
ancestors from salvation or moksha. Bhagirathi Shila there marks the place
where the king had performed his penance.
Which are the Best Months to Visit?
Gangotri faces a typical Himalayan hill temperature
conditions where the winters are freezing cold and the best time to travel is
during the summer months of May or June to mid-June. Be safe by not travelling
on the hills during the monsoon season. If you can bear the severe winter chill
then you should also visit during the months of September to early November or
till the time the temple shuts down for the season.
What are the Darshan Timings for Gangotri?
The Darshan of the goddess for devotees commences
early in the morning at 6:15 am till 2:00 pm in the afternoon. The evening
timings are from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm at night. If you book your puja here then
you can even be called later at night, so Badrinath temple technically never
shuts down during the season months.
Is There Any Registration Required to visit Gangotri?
Yes registration for Gangotri Dham is necessary and
not just here if you are visiting any other Char Dham site you will be required
to get yourself registered as a Char Dham Yatri, which is free of cost and is a
vital part of your journey. Remember to get this procedure done before hand on
the several counters available for this purpose at places like – Haridwar,
Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Gangotri etc.
Is Gangotri Visit Possible with Private Car?
Gangotri Dham is connected with a network of roads
routes connecting a number of different big and small towns and cities not only
in Uttarakhand but outside as well. Going by your own car will be one of the
most convenient ways of making this sacred journey since you will be in charge
and save a lot on the extra travel expenditure. The roads are in good condition
and well maintained allowing you a smooth trip to Gangotri. Remember not to
travel during the torrential monsoon season.
What is the Route Map for Gangotri from Dehradun?
While travelling from Dehradun to Gangotri you will
be covering a road journey distance of 242 km which will take almost 7.5 hours
to cover. You will be following the given route map: Dehradun – Mussoorie – Dharasu
– Uttarkashi – Bhatwari – Harsil – Dharali – Bhaironghati – Gangotri
What Kind of Food and Stay Options will I Have in Gangotri?
There are several small and medium sized Dhabas and
restaurants that offer some food like Chinese noodles, Maggi, Parathas etc.
there are also restaurants in side the hotel that offer some delicious food.
You can also indulge in some delicious Pahadi food items. The hotel and lodges
here are extremely well priced and offer the basic amenities in every room like
running hot and cold water, free parking etc. there is also a GMVN here which
offers options to choose from dorms and private rooms. You can find your type
of stay depending on your budget.
What are Some Other Places that I Can Visit around Gangotri?
The temple is located in a very strategic location
from the point of view of a traveller. You can visit the famed Gaumukh glacier
from beyond the temple. Some nearby attractions are Surya Kund, Bhagirathi Shila,
Harsil, Dodi Tal etc. there are so many places in Gangotri which will be the
perfect combination of spirituality and adventure. You should definitely take
some time out and explore these places since the raw natural beauty of this
part of Uttarakhand is extremely scenic and very beautiful.
What are Something’s that I Should Keep in Mind During the Journey?
Remember to carry along some important medicines and
necessary medications that you may need like anti fever medicine, cough syrup,
pain killers etc. do carry a first aid box along with you containing bandages,
Dettol and all the other necessary items. You can also carry medicines for
motions sickness or vertigo which will help you in making your journey even
more peaceful and tension free.
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