Gangotri Dham

Gangotri Dham – The Sacred Origin of River Ganga

Gangotri is the second Dham in the Char Dham Yatra, located at an altitude of 3,100 meters. It is home to the Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganga. The actual source of the river is Gaumukh, a glacier 18 km beyond.

What to See:

• Gangotri Temple
• Bhagirath Shila
• Gauri Kund
• Gaumukh Glacier (requires trek)

Travel Tips:

• Roads available till Gangotri town
• May to October is the ideal season
• Acclimatize well due to high altitude

Distance from Dehradun:

~260 km