Uttarakhand

About Yamunotri

Yamunotri, India

Yamunotri, India

Yamunotri is one of the four sacred sites in the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit in the Himalayas. It is located in the state of Uttarakhand in India. The Yamunotri temple is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna and is situated at an altitude of 3,293 meters above sea level.

Preferred Time to Visit

The best time to visit Yamunotri is from May to June and September to October. The temple is open to visitors from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

How to Reach

Yamunotri is not easily accessible by road and requires a trek of around 6 kilometers from the town of Hanuman Chatti. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is around 210 kilometers away. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, which is around 175 kilometers away.

Where to Stay

There are limited accommodation options available in Yamunotri, including guesthouses and dharamshalas. It is recommended to book your stay in advance, especially during the peak pilgrimage season.