Distance (K.M.) |
Time taken in hours |
Height above sea level |
Temperature |
Clothing |
From Rishikesh- 250 kilometers |
10 hrs. |
10,100 ft. |
Max. - 20.0(summers)
Min.-below 0(Winters)
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Light woolens in summers
Very heavy woolens in winters
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One of the places that never encounters a scarcity in the number of pilgrims, is Gangotri, it constitutes one of the most chief pilgrimages for the dedicated Hindu. Lord Shiva received Ganga into his locks to break the great force of her fall. From there it emerged into many streams and the one, which started from Gangotri, was called Bhagirathi. The Pandavas, it is said, came here to perform the great 'Deva Yajna' to in agreement for the death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharat.
Gangotri is an ideal location for the tourists looking for tranquility and escapade. Placed in the hills, downstream from Gaumukh is Gangotri. It is an important pilgrim site located a. Gangotri is situated in the northern part of the state of Uttaranchal and is very close to the Indo-Tibetan border. Gangotri glaciers, the original source of Ganges, draw tourists in large numbers every season. Besides the joy of exploring nature, what one experiences here is the mysteries of the vast natural world.
There is a temple At Gangotri dedicated to Goddess Ganga and the sacred stone where Raja Bhagirath is believed to have worshipped Lord Shiva. Submerged in the river here is the natural rock Shivalinga where Lord Shiva is believed to have received the Ganges in his locks. It is visible in the winter months when the water level recedes.
The places to visit or tour in Gangotri are firstly the famous site, the Gaumukh glacier. Pilgrlims also trek to Nandanvan and Kedartal from Gangotri. From Gangotri is Cheedvasa and Bhojvasa, are both ideal camping site. Nandanvan is a trekking route along the glacier and imparts a spectacular glimpse of the Shivalinga.
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