Yamunotri Temple

Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, is located in the western Garhwal Himalayas at an elevation of around 3,291 metres. Yamunotri is the source of India's second most sacred river, the Yamuna. As a result, the Yamunotri Temple is one of the four Chota Char Dham pilgrimage locations. 

The majestic mountains, enthralling springs of Surya Kund and Gouri Kund spouting hot and cold water, and the smoothly flowing River Yamuna create a serene ambience around Yamunotri shrine. Your YAMUNOTRI TOUR PACKAGE must include this. 

The temple's interior includes a Garba Griha (sanctum sanatorium) and a Mandap (assembly hall) where devotees congregate for darshan and prayer. The Garba Griha houses a black marble idol of Goddess Yamuna adorned with flowers. Next to the Goddess Yamuna idol is a white stone idol of Goddess Ganga. 

History of the temple

In 1839, the King of Tehri, Naresh Sudarshan Shah, built the Yamunotri Temple. After an earthquake devastated a large chunk of the temple, Maharani of Jaipur Gularia Devi rebuilt it in the 19th century AD. Granite stones were used to construct the Yamunotri Temple. A yellow conical-shaped tower with lovely red borders stands above the temple. In the front, there is a little patio that connects to the main door. 

What is the height of Yamunotri Temple?

It is located in the Garhwal Himalayas, District Uttarkashi, at 3,293 meters (10,804 feet). It is one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage locations in Uttarakhand.

Is the Yamunotri Temple trek challenging?

The Yamunotri hike is moderate to difficult, requiring good physical fitness and previous trekking experience. The trek includes steep ascents and descents, river crossings, and walking over rocky terrain. However, It is one of the most attractive places to visit in Yamunotri. 

Does the helicopter go to Yamunotri?

However, helicopter flights from Dehradun or Sahastradhara helipads in Uttarakhand to Kharsali, the nearest helipad to Yamunotri, are available. You can either trek or hire a pony/palki to get to Yamunotri temple, which is around 6 kilometers away from Kharsali.