Places to Visit in Gangotri

Being a religious destination, majority of people who travel to Gangotri are pilgrims who visit the Gangotri shrine toseek blessings. There are few sightseeing places which have religious significance rather than a touristic appeal. Bhairon Ghati, Jalmagna Shivling,Tapt Kund are some of the places of interest in and around Gangotri.

Tapovan
Located at an altitude of above 4460 mts above sea level, Tapovan is a beautiful meadow that surrounds the peaks. Enriched with lovely flowers, a climb to this meadow sharpens the images of the surroundings peaks and ranges.

Submerged Shivling
The Shivling which is submerged in river water is a magnificent sight which reinforces the power of the divine God. Mythology has it that Lord Shiva sat at this spot to receive Ganga in his locks. The submerged shivling is visible in the early winters when the water level goes down. The submerged Shivling is perhaps the most sacred spot where Ganga, the stream of life touched mother earth for the very first time.

Vishwa Nath Temple
One of the most famous temples in Uttarkashi, Lord Vishwanath temple bears a description in the Kedar Khanda or Skanda Puran. The temple is 300 mts away from the local bus stand at Uttarkashi. This holy shrine has a Shivling which is 60 cms tall and is 90 cms in circumference.

Bhairon Ghati
10 km from Gangotri. Astride to the Uttar Kashi and near the confluence of Jat Ganga and Bhagirathi rivers is situated, Bhagirathi. The temple of Bhairav Nath surrounded by thick forests is worth visiting.

Gaumukh Glacier
The Gangotri Glacier, situated at a height of 4238 mts, moves along the Gangotri trek starting from Chaukhamba and finally merging into the Gaumukh. It is a known fact that the water of the Ganges is 100% pure in nature and contains absolutely no impurities.