The shrine of Yamunotri,situated at an elevation of about 3,235 mt is a point
of paramount religious importance for Hindus and an essential pilgrimage.
Situated in the direction opposite to Gangotri,the road bifurcates froma
place called Dharasu,somewhere between Rishikesh-
Uttarkashi and goes on to Yamunotri.The shrine can
also be visited via mussorie and Barkot.

General Information

Altitude: 3,235 mt.

Climate
Summer: Cool during the day and cold at night.
Winter: Snow-bound.Touching sub-zero.

Clothing
Summer: Light Woollens.  
Winter: Very Heavy Woollens.

Language: Hindi,Garhwali & English.

HOW TO REACH

• Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant.
• Rail: Nearest railhead is at Rishikesh.
• Road: The road to Yamunotri diverts from Rishikesh-Gangotri road at Dharasu.
• Important road distances : Hanumanchatti 13 km; Dharasu 107 km; Tehri 149 km.

  Bus Hanumanchatti, the roadhead for Yamunotri is connected by bus services of Samyukt Rotation Yatayat Vyavastha Samiti to Rishikesh, Haridwar and other major centers in the region.

  Important road distances : Rishikesh to Yamunotri 222 km via Narendranagar 16 km, Chamba 46 km, Brahmkhal 15 km, Barkot 40 km, Sayanachatti 27 km, Hanumanchatti 6km, Phoolchatti 5 km, Jankichatti 3 km and Yamunotri 6 km.

ACCOMMODATION

Only Dharamshalas are available at Yamunotri. Alternative accommodation available. There is a Tourist Rest House (GMVN) at Jankichatti.

EATING OUT

• Only local eating houses (dhabas) are available.
• Non-vegetarian food and alcoholic drinks are prohibited in Yamunotri.