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One of the most pious circuits for Hindu community is Chardham Yatra that constitutes of four holiest pilgrimage destinations namely - Yamunotri , Gangotri , Kedarnath and Badrinath - Starts from today, i.e. 21st April, 2015 . The Yatra will commence from the Gangotri shrine where the gates will be opened at 1201 hours. Devotees and travelers from all parts of India and across the globe particularly visit India to be a part of this Chardham Yatra. Opening Ceremony of Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand Although, Chardham Yatra usually expands for around 10-12 days, to save time devotees also prefer to go by helicopter, so that they can get sufficient time to worship. With this spiritual yatra, one can attain peace and power.   While one embarks on this sacred yatra on foot, one can enjoy the holy chants with other devotees. [ If Interested, Check-out here list of Packages of Chardham Yatra ] Chardham Yatra Details 2015 The yatra mainly commences on the day of Akshay Tritiya; the most ...

The oldest and most common religion in India is Hinduism. There are no traces about its origin and it has moved ahead with recorded history. It is a vast religion and has countless deities, each of which is revered in different parts of India. There are several mythological stories which speak volumes about the divine incarnations, holy experiences and foundation of temples & religious shrines in different parts of the country.  One of the most prominent aspects of Hinduism is Tirtha Yatra . It literally means a pilgrimage undertaken to visit a holy site. As per Vedic shastras, a Yatri is supposed to undertake Yatra barefoot. However, these rules are not followed by present generation.  Here is a list of five popular Hindu pilgrim destinations which are largely visited by Hindus living in different parts of India.  1. Amarnath Yatra : It would not be an overstatement to say that Amarnath Yatra is a sheer test of endurance with its duration spanning between 45 to 60...

Gangotri is one of the sacred pilgrim centers in India and a part of the famous Chardham Yatra. The place has great significance in the Hindu mythology and is considered holy as the river Ganges, known to be the stream of Life, came on earth for the first time. The natural setting of the place also mesmerize the devotees and experience the heavily bliss. One can also enjoy the mystic view of Indo-Tibetan border. Gangotri is situated at the banks of river Bhagirathi, at a height of 3100 meters on the Himalayan range. Temple at Gangotri History of Gangotri The temple of Gangotri was said to be constructed in the early years of the 18th century by a Gorkha Commander. Later, the kings of Jaipur, rebuilt it. At Gaumukh is the origin of the sacred river that sets in 19 km trek from Gangotri, known as the Gangotri Glacier. Mythology The Hindu mythology states that King Bhagirath - the grandson of King Sagar - did self-punishment for almost 5500 years. This penance was to purify the ashes of ...

Kedarnath is part of the Chardham Yatra in Uttaranchal and an important Hindu pilgrimage destination. With 1000 years old architecture, Kedarnath is the pilgrim center serving the faith of devotees in lord Shiva. The area is prone to heavy snowfall in winters and therefore time between May to October are considered ideal to visit the shrine. For the rest of the year, the temple remains close. But the pilgrims also visit the place when the temple is shutdown. Dates to visit the place are confirmed via Hindu calendar. Snow clad Kedarnath Temple The Legend of Kedarnath According to the mythological belief, it is said that when the Pandavas came in search of lord Shiva to seek penance for the huge war of Mahabharata. Shiva evolved himself into a bull. Bhim, being the strongest amidst the Pandavas followed Shiva, who leaped deep into the ground. The spot at which only the tail of Shiva was left in Bhim�s hand is known to be Kedarnath. The submerged body of Shiva emerged at different places...