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About Yamunotri, India

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Location Uttarkashi District, Uttarakhand, India
Altitude Approximately 3,293 meters (10,804 feet) above sea level
Significance Origin of River Yamuna and one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites
Main Attraction Yamunotri Temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna
Best Time to Visit May to October (Temple remains closed during winter due to heavy snowfall)
Trekking Route Janki Chatti to Yamunotri (6 km trek)
Opening Period Temple opens in May (Akshaya Tritiya) and closes in October (Yam Dwitiya)
Nearby Attractions Surya Kund (hot water spring), Divya Shila, Hanuman Chatti
How to Reach Nearest Railway: Dehradun; Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Pilgrimage Duration Typically 1-2 days for the Yamunotri visit
Temperature Range Summer: 6°C to 20°C; Winter: Below freezing
Accommodation Options Guesthouses and lodges at Janki Chatti and Barkot
Important Festivals Yamunotri Opening Ceremony, Diwali, and Akshaya Tritiya
Mythological Significance Believed to be the seat of Goddess Yamuna, sister of Yama (God of Death)
Trekking Difficulty Moderate, suitable for beginners with basic fitness
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