Places To Visit In Yamunotri

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Day 1 - Reach Hanuman Chatti, and commence on a trek towards Yamunotri, which lies at a distance of 14 Kilometers. This trekking route is absolutely beautiful and a favourite with trekkers.Day 2 - Visit the most important pilgrimage centre, the Yamunotri temple, rebuilt by Maharani Gularia. Witness the great pillar, Divya Shilla, which stands as the entry attraction of the temple, and is worshipped by pilgrims. Later, savour the delightful prasad offered in this temple. In fact, this prasad is made with the use of the thermal spring, Surya Kund, where you can head to after visiting the Yamunotri temple. Day 3 - Head to Janki Chatti, which is another popular thermal spring, and lies at a distance of 7kilometress from Yamunotri. From there, head to Kharsali. With the beautiful scenery, this village also has an ancient temple as a major tourist attraction. You can also cover the Dodital lake, which is considered a “mysterious lake”, as its depth is still unknown.Day 4 - Trekking enthusiasts can dedicate an entire day to cover the numerous routes that Yamunotri has to offer. Cover the route from Yamunotri to Gangotri, a 60 Kilometers long route, also known as the Dodital track. You can also head over to Barkot, which lies at a distance of 49 Kilometers from Yamunotri.

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Here are the top 9 tourist attractions to see in Yamunotri:

1. Janki Chatti

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Popular for its hot water springs, Janki Chatti 3 km off Yamunotri is where people visit to dip themselves in the hot water springs.

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This Dham atop 3030 metres on Kalinad Parvat was built in 19th Century containing a bejeweled silver idol of Yamunotri wrapped in garlands. Devotees trek the 6 km up the hill dotted with Ratnajot- a popular herb to cure eye diseases; all the way from Hanuman Chatti.

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On the foothills of Surya Kund is Hanuman Chatti 13 km off Yamunotri. This place marks the confluence of rivers Yamuna and Hanuman Ganga surrounded by lush Himalayan greenery. The place is also dotted with numerous small temples.

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This hot water spring is dedicated to the Sun God, believed to be the father of Yamuna. It also consists of a hot water spring at a temperature of 1900 F. Devotees often fasten rice and potatoes in a cotton cloth, and dip it in the water to be cooked. This cooked food is then offered to the temple.

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A popular natural lake atop 4421 metres, it is considered to be where Yamuna originates. You can trek the 10 km path from Yamunotri, preferably with a guide. You will also meet many exotic birds and glaciers on your way.

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Located at 3000 metres high, this rock pillar next to Surya Kund is another pilgrim attraction.

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The way to Yamunotri is often covered by trekkers via Yamuna Bridge, Badkot or Rishikesh. You can also opt for a guided tour of the place.

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Just off Janki Chatti is Kharsali, a lovely picnic spot sprinkled with a number of thermal springs, water falls and rolling meadows covered by Oaks and conifers. Lord Shiva in the Someshwar form inhabits an ancient 3-storied temple with beautiful wood work and stone carvings.

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49 km off Yamunotri is Badkot, famous for its ancient temples and shrines.

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Ponies and palanquins are used by tourists. Otherwise, locals traverse the place on foot.
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Can you suggest an itinerary for Yamunotri?

Day 1 - Reach Hanuman Chatti, and commence on a trek towards Yamunotri, which lies at a distance of 14 Kilometers. This trekking route is absolutely beautiful and a favourite with trekkers.

Day 2 - Visit the most important pilgrimage centre, the Yamunotri temple, rebuilt by Maharani Gularia. Witness the great pillar, Divya Shilla, which stands as the entry attraction of the temple, and is worshipped by pilgrims. Later, savour the delightful prasad offered in this temple. In fact, this prasad is made with the use of the thermal spring, Surya Kund, where you can head to after visiting the Yamunotri temple.

Day 3 - Head to Janki Chatti, which is another popular thermal spring, and lies at a distance of 7kilometress from Yamunotri. From there, head to Kharsali. With the beautiful scenery, this village also has an ancient temple as a major tourist attraction. You can also cover the Dodital lake, which is considered a “mysterious lake”, as its depth is still unknown.

Day 4 - Trekking enthusiasts can dedicate an entire day to cover the numerous routes that Yamunotri has to offer. Cover the route from Yamunotri to Gangotri, a 60 Kilometers long route, also known as the Dodital track. You can also head over to Barkot, which lies at a distance of 49 Kilometers from Yamunotri.