What is Char Dham Yatra?
- Char Dham Yatra is a pilgrimage circuit in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
- It involves visiting four sacred Hindu shrines located in the Himalayas.
- The four shrines included in the yatra are Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.
- It is believed that one should complete the Char Dham Yatra in a clockwise direction: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
- Religious Significance:
- Each of these shrines holds significant religious and mythological importance in Hinduism.
- It is believed that undertaking the Char Dham Yatra can cleanse one's sins and lead to spiritual salvation.
Pilgrimage Season:
Usually starts in April or May and continues until November, depending on weather conditions.
The yatra involves trekking through challenging terrains, including high altitudes and mountainous regions.
Note:
Yamunotri Dham:
Location: Uttarkashi district.
Dedicated to: Goddess Yamuna.
River Yamuna is the second-most sacred river in India after River Ganga.
Gangotri Dham:
Location: Uttarkashi district.
Dedicated to: Goddess Ganga.
Considered the most sacred of all Indian rivers.
Kedarnath Dham:
Location: Rudraprayag district.
Dedicated to: Lord Shiva.
Situated on the bank of the Mandakini River.
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas (divine representations of Lord Shiva) in India.
Badrinath Dham:
Location: Chamoli district.
Home to the sacred Badrinarayan Temple.
Dedicated to: Lord Vishnu.
One of the holy shrines for Vaishnavites .
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