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Gangotri Uttaranchal
Gangotri General Information
Introduction :: GangotriGangotri is one of the four Dhaams of Garhwal (holy pilgrimages of Hindus – the other three being Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath). There is an 18th century temple made up of granite rock at Gangotri. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga, who is believed to have descended from heaven after centuries of penance by King Bhagirath. The king wanted the ashes of his dead relatives to be washed away by the holy waters of Goddess Ganga.
Area
1 sq. km.
Altitude
3,140 mts.
Temperature
Summer :- Cool during the the day and cool at night.
Winter :- Snow-bounded and apperciably below freezing.
Languages spoken
Hindi,Garwali, English.
Clothes
Summer :-Light Woollens.
Winter :- Very heavy Woollens.
Gangotri Sightseeing
Temple of Gangotri :: Temple of GangotriAccording to mythology Raja Bhagirath used to worship Lord Shiva or Mahadev at the sacred stone near which the temple is located. The goddess Ganga first descended to earth from Heaven at this stone. The temple was constructed by the Gorkha Commander of Garhwal, Amar Singh Thapa, in the 1Xth century AD. The Pandavas, it is said, came here to perform the great 'Deva Yagna' to atone for the death of their kinsmen in the battle of Mahabharata.
Submerged Shivling :: A natural rock Shivling; submerged in the river, where, according to legend, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted locks, is visible in winter months when the sediment content in the waters of the Ganga is least.
Gangotri Excursions
Gomukh :: Gomukh, Gangotri ExcursionGomukh 19 km. The snout of the Gangotri Glacier and the present source of Bhagirati river.
Bhairon Ghatti :: Bhairon Ghatti 9 km. Astride the road to Uttarkashi and near the confluence of J at Ganga and Bhagirathi rivers. Temple of Bhairav Nath in thick forests is an important feature.
Gangnani :: Gangnani 53 km. Noted for thermal springs and close-up views of mountain peaks.
Uttarkashi :: Uttarkashi 97 km. An important pilgrimage center equated with Varanasi, or Kashi, it is located in a wide stretch of the valley. The Nehru Institute of Mountaineering is also located on a hill above the town. Important temples in the town are Vishwanath Temple and Kuteti Devi Temple.Uttarkashi is connected by bus services to all major centres in the region.
Tehri :: Tehri 167 km. Old capital of Tehri Garhwal principality. The town lies at the confluence of Bhagirati and Bhilangana rivers. It is also the site of a giant hydel project.
Narendernagar :: Narendernagar 233 km. The new capital of Tehri state, the town commands a panoramic view of the Ganga valley of Rishikesh and of the plains of Haridwar.
Gangotri Travel Information
Air :: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant (18 km from Rishikesh)
Rail :: Nearest railway station is at Rishikesh, 249 km.
Road :: Gangotri is connected by road to Uttarkashi, Tehri and Rishikesh and from there to other parts of the country.
Some important cities distance from Gangotri
Uttarkashi 97 kms.
Tehri 167 kms.
Dharasu 125 kms.
Mussoori 250 kms.
Yamunotri 232 kms.
WHAT TO SEE- IN and AROUND
Gangotri Temple
The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. According to another legend, Pandavas performed the great 'Deva Yagna' here to atone for the deaths of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite.
Nandanvan Tapovan
An arduous trek along the Gangotri Glacier leads to scenic Nandanvan - the base camp for the Bhagirathi peaks, that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding Shivaling peak. A trek across the snout of the Gangotri Glacier leads to Tapovan known for its beautiful meadows that encircle the base of the Shivling Peak.
Uttarkashi (99 kms.)
An important pilgrimage centre, situated at an elevation of 1,150 mts. above sea level on the bank of river Bhagirathi. Some of the important temples worth visiting are Vishwanath temple, Ekadash Rudra temple, Gyaneshwar temple and Kuteti Devi Temple. Nearby is the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. Every year, during the 'Magh Mela' people visit Uttarkashi to take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi along with the image of their village deity.
Kedar Tal (18 kms.)
An enhancing lake, 4425 mts. above sea level against the splendid backdrop of mighty Thalaiyasagar peak. Accessible through a rough mountain trail, it is the base camp for trekking to surrounding peaks. The trek to Kedartal needs a local guide.
Gaumukh (18 kms.)
The snout of the Gangotri Glacier and the source of the Bhagirathi river. Pilgrims trek upto the sacred spot on foot or on ponies to take a holy dip in the ice-cold water.
Dayara Bugyal (93 kms.)
A breathtakingly beautiful meadow, situated at a height of 3,048 mts. above sea level. A motorable road connects Bhatwari (27 kms. from Uttarkashi) with Raithal village, from where follows a 6 kms. long trek to Dayara. The famous Sheshnag Temple enroute is an attraction of the trek. From Dayara, one can also trek down to Dodi Tal (30 kms.). During winters, Dayara provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq.kms.
Nachiketa Tal (131 kms.)
A pleasant trek through lush green forests leads to this peaceful retreat. A small temple along the lake and lovely surroundings are an attraction.
Tehri (173 kms.)
Lying at the confluence of Bhagirathi and Bhilganga rivers is the former capital of Tehri Garhwal principality. It is the site of a giant hydel project.
Narendranagar (239 kms.)
The new capital of erstwhile Tehri state, offers a magnificent view of the Ganga valley of Rishikesh and the plains of Haridwar.
HOW TO REACH Gangotri
Airport
Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 226 kms.
Railhead
Rishikesh, 249 kms.
Road
Well connected to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun and Delhi
