The Ultimate Pilgrimage in India

Chardham Yaatra is one of the most popular pilgrimages in India. It is a journey to four holy sites in the Himalayas: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. This journey cleanse your spirit and bring good fortune. You register for Chardham Yaatra  on the official site of Uttrakhand gov.

History of Chardham Yaatra

The Pandavas, the heroes of the Mahabharata, are said to have started the Chardham Yaatra, a centuries-old pilgrimage in Hinduism. The earliest mention of the pilgrimage is found in the Rig Veda.

The Four Dhams Are:

• Badrinath: Badrinath is located in the Garhwal Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand. The temple of Badrinath, dedicated to Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Hinduism.

• Kedarnath: Kedarnath is located in the Garhwal Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand. It is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Hinduism. The Kedarnath Temple enshrines Shiva, the destroyer of the universe.

• Gangotri: Gangotri is located in the Garhwal Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand. It is the source of the Ganges River, one of the holiest rivers in Hinduism. The Gangotri Temple dedicates itself to Ganga, the goddess of the Ganges River.

• Yamunotri: Yamunotri is located in the Garhwal Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand. It is the source of the Yamuna River, one of the holiest rivers in Hinduism. The Yamunotri Temple enshrines the goddess Yamuna, who is the source of the Yamuna River.

How to Do the  Yaatra

The Chardham Yaatra should begin at Yamunotri, proceed to Gangotri, Kedarnath, and finish in Badrinath.

The Chardham Yaatra is a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual and enriching experience that will challenge you physically and mentally. However, it is also a journey that you will never forget. In fact, the challenges that you face along the way will only make the experience more rewarding.