About the Most Holiest Yatra - Char Dham Yatra 2024
Renowned as the most sacred pilgrimage in India -Char Dham is a set of four religious sites that are located in the serene setting of Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand. Adobe of four revered deity of Hindu religion–Ganga, Yamuna, Vishnu and Shiva, Chota Char Dham holds religious significance.
Uttarakhand Char Dham circuit includes – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri and Gangotri. Yamunotri and Gangotri are situated in Uttarkashi district. Kedarnath is located in Rudraprayag district and Badrinath in Chamoli district.
These holy sites are placed in the divine environment of Uttarakhand amid dense forests, mystical waterfalls, snow clad peaks and pious rivers. Thousands of pilgrims travel to char dham every year to seek spiritual peace and attain salvation.
As per Hindu Mythology, the great Hindu philosopher Adi Shankaracharya started the Char Dham Yatra to four holy destinations in Uttarakhand during the 8th century. The pilgrimage yatra has now become so prominent that every year tourist from all around the world takes the holy trip and seeks blessings of Lord Almighty.
Yamuotri Dham is the adobe of Goddess Yamuna and river Yamuna originates from here. The Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to Yamuna devi and attract devotees from all around.
Gangotri is the origin of sacred river Ganga. The Gangotri Temple located here is dedicated to Goddess Ganga.
Kedarnath Temple is devoted to the mighty Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is worshipped as ‘Lord of Kedarkhand’ at Kedarnath mandir.
Badrinath is an important site of four dham in India. It is also part of Panch Badri Yatra of Uttarakhand. Badrinath Temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu.
If you are looking for religious peace and want to dive in holy divine spirit then Char Dham yatra is for you!
India is a land that is known for its rich culture and heritage. Many temples and pilgrimage centers are found in the country. One of them is the yatra also known as teerth yatra to the four dhams of Uttarakhand- Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri. Pilgrims from all across the globe take the pious journey to these hallowed sites.
Devotees take this pilgrimage tour to wash their sins and attain salvation (Moksha). Every Hindu must once in their lifetime consider taking Chardham yatra. On teerth yatra pilgrims offer prayers, witness vibrant poojas and seek blessings of deities abiding in antique shrines. These four shrines hold important place in Hindu Mythology and awakes religious faith among pilgrims.
Located in the tranquil natural surroundings of Uttarakhand is what makes this yatra more enthralling. There is no better way to rejuvenate your mind and soul than to travel these holy places.
Usually Char Dham yatra is travelled left to the right. So, the yatra starts from Yamunotri, then to Gangorti and finally to do dham - Kedarnath and Badrinath.
The trek route to these dhams is very challenging but Char Dham Helicopter Services have made it simple. Now with Chardham helicopter tour you can visit these places in no time.
Popular Route for Chota Char Dham Yatra – Haridwar → Rishikesh → Dev Prayag → Tehri → Dharasu → Yamunotri → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Gaurikund → Kedarnath → Joshimath → Badrinath.
Embark the religious journey to Chardham by choosing any of the Chardham tour & travel packages. These packages will make your journey free of hassle and are designed keeping in mind the basic requirement of the pilgrims.
You can choose any of the packages for Char Dham – Ek Dham Packages, Do Dham Packages & Teen Dham Packages according to your preference. We also provide customized Char Dham travel Packages from cities like Delhi, Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mumbai, Kolkata etc.
