Char Dham meaning ‘the four abodes’ refers to the names of the four main Hindu pilgrimage places in India. The four temples comprise of Badrinath, Rameswaram, Puri and Dwarka. For ages, saints and pilgrims have been visiting these four temples in search of the divine god. A journey to these four destinations is called Chardham yatra and considered to be of utmost spiritual importance. The Char Dham yatra is considered as the most honored pilgrimage for Hindus that must be visited at least once in his lifetime.
The four destinations are situated in the four corners of India: Badrinath Temple in Badrinath in North India, Jagannath Temple in Puri in East India, Dwarakadheesh Temple in Dwarka in West India and Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram in South India. There are four temples in the Himalayas as well, called Chota Char Dham: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri, all located in the foothills of Himalayas. However, the journey across Badrinath, Rameswaram, Puri and Dwarka is considered as the most sacred one.
If you Hire Tempo Traveller Delhi, you will be provided with a complete Chardham Yatra package. The trip starts from Puri in East, continuing in clockwise direction followed by Rameswaram in South, then Dwarka in West and Badrinath in North. Geographically, the four temples make a square. The journey to Chardham is based on preaching for peace of mind, body and soul where the Divine exists. The sheer grandeur and the overwhelming beauty drenches you into the world of spirituality where you experience true peace.
Shri Badrinath Dham:- Badrinath is the holiest of the four shrines. It is at an altitude of 3,133 meters above sea level. Located on the banks of river Alaknanda, between the two mounts Nara and Narayan, the holy abode is dedicated to Lord Vishn.
Shri Kedarnath Dham: – Kedarnath is the most popular pilgrimage destinations for Hindus located at the origin of the river Mandakani. The holy abode is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Shri Gangotri Dham: – Gangotri is based at the origin of river Ganga (Ganges). The river is named Bhagirathi at its source and the name Ganga is given at Devprayag, where it meets river Alaknanda. The holy abode is dedicated to goddess Ganga.
Shri Yamunotri Dham: – Yamunotri is based at the source of Yamuna River. The temple was constructed by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. There is an idol of Goddess Yamuna in the temple, which is mainly worshipped.
THE ITINERARY
The itinerary of the Delhi Chardham yatra tour packages includes accommodation, meals, return transfers, sightseeing, temple visits and lots more… The highlights include trained guides, evening aartis, medical facilities and many other services available on demand.
The tour covers Delhi, Haridwar, Yamunotri, Uttarkashi, Pipalkoti, Gangotri, Rudrapryag, Kedarnath, Badrinath and Rishikesh. The major destinations include Hari Ki Pauri in Haridwar, Yamuna River, Sri Yamunotri Temple, Prakateshwar Cave, Kashi Vishwnath Temple, Tehri Dam, Sri Gangotri Temple, Mandakini River, Gaurikund, Alaknanda River, Sri Narsingh Temple, Sri Badrinath Temple, Rishikesh, Sri Kedarnath Temple, Laxman Jhoola etc.
