What Exactly Is the Char Dham Yatra?

The Char Dham Yatra takes you to four holy temples nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. These are:

Yamunotri – Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, marking the source of the Yamuna River.

Gangotri – The birthplace of the holy River Ganga, dedicated to Goddess Ganga.

Kedarnath – One of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, sitting at over 3,500 meters altitude.

Badrinath – A revered temple of Lord Vishnu, completing the sacred circuit.

The tradition dates back to the 8th century when Adi Shankaracharya established this pilgrimage to strengthen Hindu faith. Today, it's not just about religion. It's about disconnecting from daily chaos and reconnecting with something bigger than yourself.