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Food Guide In Gangotri

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Options are limited to local eateries/dhabas. You can find only vegetarian food there. Non-Veg food & Alcoholic Drinks are strictly prohibited here.

Places to take food:-

Agrakhal Tehri, GMVN, Rishikesh -Yamunotri-Gangotri route.
Chinyalisaur-Uttarkashi, GMVN, Yamunotri-Gangotri route.
Naltala near Uttarkashi on the Rishikesh - Gangotri Highway
Ginoti - Uttarkashi, GMVN, and Uttarkashi - Dharasu - Yamunotri route.

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Narendranagar (239 kms.) Near Gangotri

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The new capital of erstwhile Tehri State offers a magnificent view of the Ganga valley of Rishikesh and the plains of Haridwar. There is a Tourist Office at the NarendraNagar. The king’s palace has been recently converted into five star deluxe hotel cum health resort.

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Tehri (173 kms.) Near Gangotri

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The district of Tehri Garhwal lies from the snow covering Himalayan peaks of Thalaiya Sagar, Jonli and the Gangotri group all the way to the foothills near Rishikesh. Tehri was a former princely state of British India, named after its capital. It adjoined the district of Garhwal, and its topographical features are similar. It contained the sources of both the Ganges and the Yamuna, which are visited by thousands of Hindu pilgrims. It is also the site of a giant hydel project.

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Nachiketa Tal (131 kms.) Beautiful Place Near Gangotri

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Nachiketa, the devout son of saint Uddalak, is said to have created this lake hence the name. A drive through the terraced fields takes one to Chaurangi-Khal, a place 29 km from Uttarkashi. From there 3 km trek through lush green forests takes one to Nachiketa Tal, a tranquil spot. There is greenery all around and a small temple on the bank of the lake gives it a serene look.

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Dayara Bugyal (93 kms.) Beautiful Place Near Gangotri

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It is situated 93 Kms from gangotri. Bugyal or a “high altitude meadow” at an altitude of 3048 metres affords awe-inspiring view of the Himalayas. During winter it provides excellent ski slops over an area of 28 sq. Kms. Dayara offers one of the most captivating views of the majestic Himalayas. The famous Sheshnag temple is enroute. This temple is situated in Raithal-Dayara route.

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Gaumukh (18 kms.) Near Gangotri

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The Gaumukh glacier is the physical source of Bhagirathi (Ganga) and is of great importance to the pilgrims. One has to trek from Gangotri to Gaumukh. It is the source of the river Ganga and is situated at a height of 12,960 ft above the sea level.

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Kedar Tal Near Gangotri

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This enchanting lake lies 18 km from Gangotri. It is a base camp for trekking to the surrounding peaks, which is 4912 mts above the sea level punctuated with breath stopping close view of Greater Himalayan peaks.

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Uttarkashi Holy Place Near Gangotri

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Uttarkashi is a famous pilgrimage centre which is situated 97 kms from gangotri. Uttarkashi, a hill district in the state of Uttarakhand holds the grace of having the origin of rivers Ganga and Yamuna, the lifelines of India. Its main attractions are the Vishwanath and Kuteti Devi temples.

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Bhairon Valley in Gangotri

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Bhairon Ghati or Bhairon Valley is located en route Uttarkashi, at a distance of 9 km from Gangotri. It is famous for its Bhairavnath Temple. The Bhairav Nath temple is in the midst of forests. It is a tourist attraction. One has to cross the Jahanvi River on foot. After crossing the Jahanvi River and moving uphill, the Bhairon temple can be seen.

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Gangotri National Park In Gangotri

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The area of gangotri national park is about 1,553 square miles. The park provides majestic beauty of coniferous forests and grandeur of glacial world combined with lush green meadows. Tiger, snow leopard, ibex, thar, serow, pheasants, partridges, doves, pigeons, parakeet, Himalayan barbet, bulbul etc is the fauna found here. The forests of the park are Himalayan moist temperate type. Vegetation consists of chirpine deodar, fir, spruce, oak and rhododendrons.

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Bhagirath Shila In Gangotri

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The great stone slab which is dedicated to King Bhagiratha is known as Bhagiratha Shila. It is sacred stone slab which is situated at the place where king bhagiratha worshipped lord shiva, Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot.

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Nandanvan Tapovan In Gangotri

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A trek across the snout of the Gangotri Glacier leads to Tapovan known for its beautiful meadows that encircle the base of the Shivling Peak. Nandanvan is 6 km of difficult trekking along the glacier on the same side as Gaumukh. Base camp for the Bhagirathi peaks, it affords a stunning view of the Shivling peak.

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Gangotri Temple In Gangotri

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The 20 ft high temple is made of white granite. The temple at Gangotri was built by a Gorkha commander, Amar Singh Thapa, in the early 18th century and later rebuilt by the Maharaja of Jaipur. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. It is said that Raja Bhagirath used to worship Lord Shiva at the sacred stone nearby.

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Submerged Shivling in Gangotri

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The natural rock Shivling, submerged in the river, is an amazing sight reinforcing the power of the divine. This natural rock Shivling is the place where, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. The shivling is visible in winters when the water level goes down.

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Accommodations in Gangotri

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Like many other pilgrimage sites in the Himalayan range, there are not many hotels in Gangotri. Most of the hotels in Gangotri are in the budgeted category. At a modest price you would get quality accommodation, hygienic arrangements and good food.

Here are a few select hotels in Gangotri:
Ganga Niketan Hotel
Forest Rest House
PWD Inspection Bungalow
State Govt Accommodation (Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam)
Tourist Rest House, (GMVN), Gangotri.

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Getting Around in Gangotri

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Local transport for Gangotri is Buses, Taxis and Cars which a tourist can hire after reaching to any airport or railway station.

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How to Reach Gangotri

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Reaching Gangotri by Air: Gangotri doesn’t have any airport so there is no direct flight from any of the city of the country. The nearest airport from gangotri is Jolly Grant (Dehradun) which is directly connected to Delhi.

Reaching Gangotri by Rail: It is a small town so it doesn’t have any railway station. The nearest railway station from gangotri is rishikesh and dehradun.

Reaching Gangotri by Road: Gangotri is well connected by road to Uttar Kashi, Tehri Garhwal, Rishikesh, dehradun and other parts of the country.

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Geographical Details of Gangotri

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Area: 1 sq. km.
Population: About 1500
Languages: Hindi, Garhwali & English
STD Code: 01381
Climate: Summer 20 deg.C. 6 deg.C.
Winter Sub-Zero Snowbound
Clothing: Summer- Light woollen
Winter- Very heavy woollen.
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Location: In the north Indian state of Uttaranchal
Ideal Time to Visit: April to November
Distance: Dehradun-300 km, Rishikesh-250 km, Uttarkashi-105 km
Altitude: 3042 mts above the sea level

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History of Gangotri

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According to Hindu mythology, Ganga, the stream of life, was granted as a reward for king Bhagirathi’s severe penance, and the river is worshipped as a deity. One of the places that never encounters a scarcity in the number of pilgrims, is Gangotri, it constitutes one of the most chief pilgrimages for the dedicated Hindu. Lord Shiva received Ganga into his locks to break the great force of her fall. From there it emerged into many streams and the one, which started from Gangotri, was called Bhagirathi. The Pandavas, it is said, came here to perform the great ‘Deva Yajna’ to in agreement for the death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata.

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Overview on Gangotri

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Gangotri is in the deep hinterland of the Himalaya-this is considered an extremely sacred spot as Ganga, the stream of life, touched the earth here for the first time. Gangotri, the origin of the sacred river Ganges, attracts tourists in large numbers every year. The confrontation with the daunting rivers and attempts to unravel the mysteries of the supernatural world are ubiquitous sights here. Gangotri is an ideal location for the tourists looking for peace and adventure. Nevertheless, Gangotri, more than anything else, is known as the origin of the sacred river Ganga and attracts tourists in large numbers every year. It is a place where the Ganga is believed to have descended on earth.

Gangotri is one of the most pious Hindu Pilgrimage. The sacred shrine of Lord Shiva (Natural Rock Shivaling) is the source of the river Bhagirathi. The Shrine is surrounded by the peaks of Shivling, Satopanth and Bhagirathi sisters. One who is looking for solace in the Himalayas. The journey to Gangotri is long and arduous, as one has to negotiate many hairpin bends but once at Gangotri, the scenic beauty and serene environment takes one over.

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