Know About Chaar Dhaams

The Chaar Dhaams of Vishnu - Gangotri, Yumnotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath.

The Char Dham 'the four abodes/seats' is the most important Hindu pilgrimage circuit in the Indian Himalayas. The Char Dhams are located in the Garhwal section of the state of Uttarakhand consiting of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Gangotri (The Eternal Gift of Baghirath's Penance)

The shrine of Gangotri is situated amidst captivating surroundings, along the right bank of Bhagirathi is 100 km from Uttarkashi in Uttarkashi District. The ritual duties are supervised by the Semwal family of pujaris.... Read More

Yamunotri (The Sacred Jewel of the Himalayas)

The Shrine of Yamunotri at the source of river Yamuna is the western - most shrine in the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Yamunotri is famous for its temple devoted to goddess Yamuna and thermal.... Read More

Badrinath (Abode of Lord Vishnu)

Badrinath is situated in Himalayas on the banks of Alaknanda river in Chamoli District. The town lies between the Nar and Narayana mountain ranges and in the shadow of Nilkantha Peak. The route to Badarinath is one of the most.... Read More

Kedarnath (The Celestial Jyotirlingam)

Kedarnath, the ancient and magnificient temple is located in the Rudra Himalaya range in Rudraprayag District of the northern state of Uttaranchal. In Kedarnath lord Shiva is worshiped as one of the twelve jyotirling (linga of light).... Read More

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