ABOUT GANGOTRI:

• It is the spiritual source of Ganga, the holiest river in the country.
• The 20 feet high Gangotri temple an altitude of 3,048 metres is set on the left bank of Bhagirathi.
• It was built in early 18^th century by Amar Singh Thapa, a Gorkha general and was renovated in 20^th century by the ruler of Jaipur.
• Raja Bhagirathi is said to have worshipped Lord Shiva at the sacred stone nearby.
• There is also a ‘submerged’ Shivalinga, which is believed to be the site where Ganga descended into the matted locks of Lord Shiva.

MODE OF COMMUNICATION:

• Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehra Dun (DED), 266 kms away from Gangotri town.
• Rail: Rishikesh Railway Station, Rishikesh, 249 kms away from Gangotri town.
• Road: Well connected by road.

SIGHTSEEING AT A GLANCE:

For more information visit  https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/destination/gangotri
 

ATTRACTIONS AROUND GANGOTRI

Bharon Ghati:

• 10 kms away from Gangotri town.
• Temple of Bhairav Nath amidst thick forests.

Gaumukh:

• 18 kms away from Gangotri town.
• It is physical source of Bhagirathi (Ganga) and is of great importance to the pilgrims.
• One has to trek from Gangotri to Gaumukh.

Kedartal:

• 18 kms away from Gangotri town.
• Enchanting lake surrounded by majestic peaks.