The Yamunotri Temple is a revered Hindu shrine located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India. As one of the four sites that make up the Char Dham pilgrimage, this temple holds immense spiritual significance for devotees.
Dedicated to the goddess Yamuna, the river’s source originates near the temple premises. Pilgrims undertake the challenging trek to Yamunotri to pay homage and seek the blessings of the divine. The temple structure itself is an architectural marvel, constructed with stone and surrounded by the majestic Himalayan peaks.
Yamunotri Temple Remains Opens for Pilgrims from : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Aarti Time at Yamunotri Mandir : 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm
Rituals and customs are deeply embedded in the Yamunotri pilgrimage. Devotees perform ablutions in the sacred Yamuna River, offer prayers at the temple, and partake in the cooking of the traditional Prasad. The natural thermal springs in the area are also believed to hold curative powers.
Accessibility to Yamunotri has improved in recent years, yet the journey remains arduous for many. Nevertheless, the spiritual significance and natural splendor of this revered site continue to draw pilgrims from across India and the world.
The pujaris of Yamunotri Temple come from the Kharsali village near Jankichatti. They are the administrators of the sacred place and perform religious rites well versed in Shastras.
