| Location |
Uttarkashi District, Uttarakhand, India |
| Altitude |
Approximately 3,100 meters (10,200 feet) above sea level |
| Famous For |
Origin of River Ganga, Gangotri Temple, Gaumukh Glacier |
| Significance |
One of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand |
| Best Time to Visit |
April to June and September to November |
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| Temple Opening Period |
Akshaya Tritiya (April/May) to Bhai Dooj (October/November) |
| Main Attractions |
Gangotri Temple, Gaumukh Glacier, Bhagirathi Shila, Pandava Gufa, Surya Kund |
| Adventure Activities |
Trekking to Gaumukh, Tapovan, Nandanvan; Nature walks; Glacier expeditions |
| Spiritual Activities |
Ritual bathing in Bhagirathi River, temple prayers, spiritual retreats |
| Nearby Places |
Harsil, Uttarkashi, Kedartal, Nelong Valley, Yamunotri |
| Climate |
Cold climate; sub-zero temperatures in winter, pleasant summers |
| How to Reach |
By Road: Accessible via Rishikesh & Uttarkashi; Nearest Rail: Rishikesh; Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant, Dehradun |
| Accommodation |
Guesthouses, Dharamshalas, Budget hotels near Gangotri |
| Travel Tips |
Carry warm clothing, stay hydrated, acclimate to altitude, plan permits for trekking |
| Important Festivals |
Ganga Dussehra, Diwali at Gangotri Temple |
| Permits Required |
Trekking permits for Gaumukh-Tapovan routes (available at Uttarkashi) |
| Contact Info |
Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) for travel assistance |