about char dham yatra 2025

The pilgrimage circuit known as Char Dham Yatra is the pilgrimage to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. These places are the holiest of temples in Uttarakhand. They are so sacred that millions of Hindus visit them to free themselves of their sins. Chardham Yatra takes place every year during April and ends in September-October. Temple priests of these temples announce the opening and closing dates of these temples. Tourists not only visit these temples but also some famous places in Uttarakhand in this Yatra.

These four ancient temples also marks the spiritual source of four sacred rivers as well: River Yamuna finds its source at Yamunotri, the River Alaknanda springs forth from Badrinath, the holy Ganga or Ganges originates at Gangotri, and the River Mandakini flows from Kedarnath.

Yamunotri

Gangotri

Kedarnath

Badrinath

why char dhams

Char Dhams are four sacred sites in Hinduism, nestled among the towering Himalayas in Uttarakhand. The Char Dham circuit includes Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. These holy sites hold immense spiritual significance, with many Hindus believing that visiting them leads to salvation (Moksha). For many, it is a deeply cherished goal to visit these shrines at least once in their lifetime.

Why should one embark on Sacred Pilgrimage Yatras?

In Hinduism, Teerth Yatra (pilgrimage) is one of the five key duties, along with Dharma, Worship, Sanskaras, and celebrating religious festivals. Pilgrimages test one’s willpower, humility, and faith. Devotees travel to remote and challenging locations, leaving their worries behind to focus entirely on God.

These journeys offer a personal and spiritual connection. Pilgrims visit sacred shrines, meet holy individuals, and experience the darshan of Deities. These encounters often bring profound joy, peace, and a sense of karmic cleansing, creating a life-changing spiritual experience.

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about char dham temples

In the 8th century, the renowned Hindu philosopher and reformer Adi Shankaracharya established the Char Dham Yatra to revive and unify Hinduism. Today, thousands of devotees from across the globe participate in this sacred pilgrimage.

2025 Opening/Closing Dates of Char Dham

Badrinath Dham: The temple of Badrinath is dedicated to the divine form of Lord Vishnu, who is known as Badrinarayan.

The opening date of Badrinath Temple is May 12, 2025. The temple priests announced the dates on Basant Panchami. Opening date of Badrinath Temple for 2025 has be announced on Basant Panchami by Raj Purohit.

Badrinath Opening Date: 12 May 2025 at 6 AM
Badrinath Closing Date: 6 Nov 2025 (Tentative)

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Kedarnath Dham: The temple of Kedarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is the highest of the four Char Dham Yatra temples.

Kedarnath Temple will reopen on 10th May. The temple priests announced the Opening date of Kedarnath Temple for 2025 on Basant Panchami by RajPurohit.

Kedarnath Opening Date: 10 May 2025 at 7 AM
Kedarnath Closing Date: 6 Nov 2025 (Tentative)

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Gangotri Dham: The Gangotri Temple is dedicated to the River Ganga. Ganga descended from the heavens at Gangotri.

Gangotri Temple will reopen on 10th May on the auspicious date of Akshay Tritiya. Opening date of Gangotri Temple for 2025 has be announced on Basant Panchami by RajPurohit.

Gangotri Opening Date: 10 May 2025 at 9:30 AM
Gangotri Closing Date: 6 Nov 2025 (Tentative)

Please Note : Registration for Char Dham Yatra is compulsory. Click here and get more details for Char Dham Yatra Registrations.

Yamuotri Dham: The Yamunotri Temple is a temple of Goddess Yamuna. This is the source of the River Yamuna.

Yamunotri Temple will reopen on 10th May on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya. Opening date of Yamuotri Temple for 2025 has be announced on Basant Panchami by RajPurohit.

Yamunotri Opening Date: 10 May 2025 at 8:30 AM
Yamunotri Closing Date: 6 Nov 2025 (Tentative)

Please Note : Registration is compulsory for Char Dham Yatra Check here for more details on Char Dham Yatra Registrations.

Chardham Route
Chardham Tips

Chardham Yatra Route (4 Dham Yatra Travel Circuit)

If we go by the traditional Char Dham Yatra route, it starts from Yamunotri and then goes to Gangotri. The pilgrims then visit Kedarnath and Badrinath. So Yamunotri and Gangotri are the first places of this Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra. Pilgrims bathe in the holy kunds in these places and then proceed onwards to Kedarnath and Badrinath. Char Dhams of Uttarakhand are also known as Chota Char Dham of India.

Popular Route:

Haridwar→
Dehradun→
Mussoorie→
Barkot→
Yamunotri→
Uttarkashi→
Harsil→
Gangotri→
Guptakashi→
Kedarnath→
Joshimath→
Badrinath→
Rudraprayag→
Devprayag →
Rishikesh

Char Dham Tips (Things to Carry During CharDham Yatra 2025)

In places like Kedarnath and other places on this route, you will have to do a lot of trekking on foot. So try to be physically fit and mentally alert.
Do pranayama exercises, running, and cardiovascular exercises, and build your immune system and physical stamina at least 2 months before the yatra starts.
Keep water, packaged food, energy bars, chocolates, and ready-to-eat foods, handy with you during the yatra.
Tourists must take proper trekking shoes, and sturdy shoes with you on the trip as the roads are on mountains and not capable of slippers and sandals.
Carry woolen clothing with you as nights can be cold in high-altitude places of Uttarakhand.
Women should try and avoid wearing sarees, and instead wear salwar, pants or trousers.
Keep a medical emergency kit, and first aid kit ready at hand.
Ponies, and palkis, are available for yatris, so if you are feeling weak, you should take their help and do the yatra.

Please Note: Registration is compulsory for Char Dham Yatra.