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Yamunotri (Sources of Yamuna River)
 The
Garhwal Himalayas have been blessed with some of the holiest Hindu
pilgrimage sites and Yamunotri is one such. One of the Char Dhams
according to Hindu mythology, Yamunotri is the origin of the sacred
river Yamuna. Famous for its thermal springs and glaciers, it is one
of the most important stopovers on the itinerary of the Hindu
pilgrim. According to an old legend, Asit Muni, the revered sage,
used to reside here.
The main temple is
dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. The present temple was built by
Maharani Guleria of Jaipur in the late nineteenth century. Once
destroyed by an earthquake, it has been rebuilt. A holy dip in the
nearby tank filled by hot springs and cooking rice in its water are
common rituals performed by the devotees.
Geographical Information:
Area 3 sq.km
Altitude 3,581 mtrs above sea level
Ideal time to visit May- October (The temple & township remains
closed between November & May)
Clothing Woolens to Heavy woolens
Local Transport Horses / Dandies
Population 301 (1991 census)
Clothing Summer - Woollen; Winters - Heavy Woollen
Language Hindi, Garhwali Local
STD Code 01372-86
Sub Post Office, Kedarnath.
Ph.: (01372-86)6208.
Govt. Dispensary, Kedarnath.
Tourist Offices, Gopeshwar.
Ph.: (01372-86)52468 (PP)
Bank :State Bank of India, Kedarnath
Distances from Major Cities:
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