Road heading to Gangotri

Gangotri and Yamunotri are two sacred pilgrim destinations for Hindus. Located in the state of Uttarakhand, India, these religiously important destinations are visited by devotees from around the world.

Located at an altitude of 3,235 m. above sea level, Yamunotri is a point of paramount religious significance and an essential pilgrimage. It is also the origin point of River Yamuna. Gangothri, the origin place of River Ganga (Ganges), the holiest river of India, is located at an altitude of 3042 m. The famous Gangothri temple is located here where people reach after a long and risky trip.