Yamunotri Temple — History, Darshan Timings, How to Reach & Travel Guide
The source shrine of the river Yamuna and one of the four sites of the Chota Char Dham pilgrimage.
1. About Yamunotri Temple
Location: Yamunotri, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand
State: Uttarakhand
Deity: Goddess Yamuna
Category: Char Dham
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2. History of Yamunotri Temple
Yamunotri is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and is considered her source shrine, situated close to the Yamunotri Glacier. Pilgrims undertake a trek through mountainous terrain to reach the temple, which also features nearby hot springs used for ritual cooking of rice as an offering.
3. Darshan Timings
Open seasonally, typically late April/May to November, with darshan through daylight hours.
4. How to Reach
Accessible via a trek of about 5-6 km from Janki Chatti, which is connected by road to Rishikesh and Uttarkashi.
5. Nearby Places
Surya Kund hot springs, Divya Shila, and Janki Chatti.