GANGOTRI

Location :
Uttar Pradesh
Major Attraction : Gangotri Temple, Gomukh, Kedar Taal
Best Season : May-June and September-October.
Languages : Hindi, Garhwali, English.

PRIME ATTRACTIONS
Gangotri Temple:
The 18th century shrine of Gangotri is believed to have been built by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Situated at an elevation of 3048 m above sea level, the 20 ft high temple is made of white granite. It is said that king Bhagirath used to worship Lord Shiva at the sacred stone nearby. Modho Singh, the ruler of Jaipur renovated the temple in the early 20th century.

Submerged Shivling:
Inundated in water is the natural rock 'Shivling', which according to legend, is where Lord Shiva sat to receive the Ganga in his matted locks. The shivling is visible in winters when the water level goes down. Other places of interest are: Bhagirathi Temple, Gauri Kund, Bhojvasa, Harsil, Lanka, Sat Tal.

HOW TO GET THERE
Air:
Nearest airport is Jolly Grant (26 kms from Rishikesh).

Rail:
Nearest railhead is at Rishikesh.

Road:
Gangotri is connected by road to Uttar Kashi, Tehri Garhwal, Rishikesh and other parts of the country.

Local Transport:
Buses, Taxis, Cars.

WHERE TO STAY
UP Government Tourist Rest House.
Forest Rest Houses.
Ganga Niketan Hotel, Near Gangotri Temple, Gangotri, District Uttarkashi.
Forest Rest House.
PWD Inspection Bungalow.