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Yamunotri
Source shrine of the Yamuna river, reached via a 6 km trek from Janki Chatti.
Char Dham Yatra
About Char Dham Yatra
The Chota Char Dham is an important modern Hindu pilgrimage circuit in the state of Uttarakhand, in the Indian Himalayas. Located in the Garhwal region, the circuit consists of four sites—Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Badrinath is also one of the four destinations of the historical and longer Char Dham from which the Chota Char Dham draws its name.
Source ↗🧭Trek & yatra knowledge
Difficulty
moderateAltitude
1,400 → 3,583 m
AMS risk
moderateTrek
16.0 km· 12d
Altitude note: Most visitors fine; altitude-sensitive people should acclimatize 1-2 days.
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Fitness required
Should be able to walk 3-5 km daily. Kedarnath leg involves 16 km trek OR 6-min helicopter. Cardiac screening recommended for ages 55+.
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What to pack
(9 items)- ✓Woollens (even in May nights touch 5°C)
- ✓Rain poncho
- ✓Comfortable trek shoes
- ✓Walking stick (₹50 at Sonprayag)
- ✓Torch + extra batteries
- ✓Power bank (limited charging en route)
- ✓Cash (₹5-10k; few ATMs beyond Rudraprayag)
- ✓Basic medicines + Diamox (consult doctor)
- ✓Sunscreen + sunglasses UV400
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Full permit hub →Permits & registrations
Char Dham biometric registration (mandatory)
Online or at Haridwar/Rishikesh counters. Aadhaar required.
Green Card (vehicle pass)
For private vehicles, issued with biometric. Drivers need Uttarakhand hill-driving permit.
Kedarnath helicopter slot
IRCTC portal only; book 1-3 months ahead; ₹6,000-8,500 one-way
Weather & climate
NowUpdated just now
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-1°C
Partly cloudy
Feels -4°C
💧 77%
🌬 8 km/h
Source: Open-Meteo (ECMWF + DWD ICON)📍 30.735°, 79.067°
Next 14 days
Open-MeteoToday
13 Jun
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12° -1°
☔ 72%
Tomorrow
14 Jun
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13° -2°
☔ 95%
Mon
15 Jun
☁️
14° -1°
☔ 71%
Tue
16 Jun
🌦️
15° 1°
☔ 69%
UV 6
Wed
17 Jun
🌦️
15° 0°
☔ 50%
Thu
18 Jun
🌦️
16° 0°
☔ 80%
Fri
19 Jun
🌦️
16° -2°
☔ 92%
Sat
20 Jun
🌦️
16° 0°
☔ 78%
UV 7
Sun
21 Jun
🌦️
17° -2°
☔ 73%
UV 8
Mon
22 Jun
🌦️
17° -2°
☔ 53%
UV 7
Tue
23 Jun
🌦️
17° -1°
☔ 71%
UV 8
Wed
24 Jun
🌦️
16° 4°
☔ 76%
UV 6
Thu
25 Jun
🌦️
15° 3°
☔ 78%
Fri
26 Jun
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16° 2°
☔ 80%
UV 8
What was the weather like this week?
Averages for the same 7-day window from previous years (Open-Meteo ERA5 archive).
2025
3°C
High 9°C / Low -3°C
💧 21.1mm over 7 days
2024
8°C
High 14°C / Low 1°C
💧 13.7mm over 7 days
2023
3°C
High 7°C / Low -2°C
💧 19.7mm over 7 days
Must-visit attractions
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Gangotri
Origin shrine of the Ganga (Bhagirathi), set by the Bhagirathi river at 3,100 m.
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Kedarnath
12th Jyotirlinga of Shiva at 3,583 m, reached via a 16 km Himalayan trek or chopper.
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Badrinath
Vishnu shrine on the Alaknanda, the last of the four dhams — motorable all the way.
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Tungnath & Chandrashila
Optional side-trek near Chopta — highest Shiva temple in the world.
🍽️Food & dining in Char Dham Yatra
Must-try dishes
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Bhang Ki Chutney
AccompanimentHemp-seed chutney with tangy herbs — eaten with hot rotis.
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Chainsoo
CurryRoasted black-gram dal thickened into a nutty mountain stew.
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Mandua Roti
BreadFinger-millet (ragi) flatbread — earthy, slightly sweet, highly nutritious.
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Kafuli
CurrySpinach-and-fenugreek greens curry, thickened with rice paste.
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Bal Mithai
DessertRoasted khoya fudge coated with tiny sugar pearls — a Kumaon classic.
Food streets & hotspots
- 📍Rishikesh Tapovan cafés· Yatra start
Pilgrim-friendly veg thalis and satvik cafés before heading to the mountains.
- 📍Yatra langars· En route
Free community meals at gurudwaras and temples along the four-dham route.
Popular restaurants & food guides
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Char Dham Food Guide: What to Eat at Each Stop | Best Dhabas & Restaurants 2026 The Char Dham Yatra is India's most sacred pilgrimage, covering four divine temples — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — in the majestic Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
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Complete food guide for Char Dham Yatra with information on vegetarian meals, dhabas, prasad and safe food options during the journey.
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On the Char Dham Route, there are various restaurants in Char Dham Yatra that offer a diverse menu, catering to the needs of pilgrims and travelers. From local Garhwali dishes to more elaborate options, some restaurants even offer South Indian and Chinese cuisines. These places provide an excellent opportunity to savor meals while enjoying the mesmerizing views of lush green valleys and majestic mountains. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a wholesome meal, the restaurants along ...
Where it is
🧭What's nearby
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