Yamunotri is the source of the Yamuna River and the seat of the Goddess Yamuna in Hinduism in the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the four sites in Uttarakhand's Char Dham pilgrimage. The chief attraction at Yamunotri is the temple devoted to the Goddess Yamuna and the holy thermal springs at Janki Chatti (7 km. Away).
The temple of Yamuna, on the left bank of the Yamuna, was constructed by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. The deity is made of black marble. The Yamuna, like the Ganges, has been elevated to the status of a divine mother for the Hindus and has been held responsible for nurturing and developing the Indian civilization.
Close to the temple are hot water springs gushing out from the mountain cavities. Surya Kund is the most important kund. Near the Surya Kund there is a shila called Divya Shila, which is worshipped before puja is offered to the deity. Devotees prepare rice and potatoes, tied in muslin cloth, to offer at the shrine by dipping them in these hot water springs. Rice so cooked is taken back home as prasadam. The pujaris of Yamunotri come from the village of Kharsali near Janki Chatti. They are the administrators of the sacred place and perform religious rites. They are well-versed in the Shastras.
Tour Itinerary
1 Leave Haridwar Early Morning
2 Reach Barkot, Syanachatti, Ranachatti, HanumanChatti or Janaki Chatti till evening
3 Take room for overnight stay (If you go to chardham yatra in group of 4 that would be beneficial)
4 Get up early and proceed to Janaki Chatti
5 Trek will take 3 hours
6 Return to hotel before evening
7 Stay overnight and proceed to Uttarkashi early morning
Expenses
Chardham by tempo traveller Rs. 5000-10000 PP
Hotel room Rs. 1600-2000 for 4 Beds
Thali 100-150
19 май 2022
