YAMUNOTRI TOUR

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Best time to visit: May – October

Yamunotri, the source of river Yamuna, is accessible from the road bifurcating from Dharasu on the Rishikesh-Uttarkashi route, the other road leading up to Gangotri. Yamunotri can also be accessed from Mussoorie and Barkot. Situated at an elevation of 3235 metres above sea level, the Yamunotri shrine is one of the "four dhams" sacred to Hindus. The source of Yamuna lies about a kilometre ahead at an altitude of about 4421 metres. The approach is extremely difficult so devotees offer pooja at the temple itself. There are hot springs close to the temple that provide a refreshing bath after a tedious 13 km trek from Hanumanchatti.

By Air: Nearest domestic airport: Jolly Grant, about 70 km from Yamunotri.

By Road: One can reach Hanuman Chatti by bus from Rishikesh, Mussourie, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Badkot, Haridwar and Dehradun. From there, one has to either trek a distance of 14 km or use ponies and palanquins, which are available on hire.

Rail: The nearest railway station is at Rishikesh, at a distance of 222 km via Narendranagar and Haridwar.

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