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SIGHTSEEING
The temple was built by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur in the 19th century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. The temple remains closed from November to April/May. SURYA KUND There are a number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. DIVYA SHILA A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple. EXCURSIONS JANKICHATTI 5 km from Yamunotri, it is noted for it’s thermal springs , where tourists can enjoy a refreshing bath. Hanumanchatti 13 km from Yamunotri. The confluence of Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna rivers,from where the trek to Dodi Tal (3,307mt)starts.Route:Rishikesh-Barkot -Hanumanchatti-Yamunotri. Hanumanchatti -Darvatop -Dodital-Agora-Uttarkashi-Rishikesh.Porters and ponies are available at Hanumanchatti.Rates are fixed by District Magistrate before the start of every Yatra season.Sayanachatti 27 km from Barkot & 18 km from Yamunotri is a scenic spot on the bank of river Yamuna.Chamba Situated at an elevation of 1,524 mt,it is a picturesque place commanding a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Road from here bifurcates for Mussoorie, New Tehri and Rishikesh. |
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