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Gangotri

Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 3056m
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About Gangotri

Gangotri is a holy pilgrim town nestled in the high Himalayas along the Bhagirathi River (the source flow of the Ganges). It is home to the Gangotri Temple, one of the four sacred Char Dham shrines, and is the gateway to Gaumukh glacier.

💡Why Visit?

Worship at the sacred high-altitude Gangotri Temple, witness the powerful flow of Bhagirathi River at Surya Kund, and embark on treks to Gaumukh glacier.

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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionUttarakhand
CountryIndia
Altitude3056m
Budget Stay₹1,500/night
Budget Food₹200/day

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Sep · Drizzle

This destination has a high-altitude climate with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 11°C annually.

Temperature range (°C)
Sep
☀️Drizzle
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Temperature8° – 18°C
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Rainfall105mm
💡Okay
💡Okay — light rain expected
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid
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Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
₹1,500/night
  • Temple trust rooms
  • Pilgrim dharamshalas
  • GMVN tourist bungalow
🏨 Premium
₹3,000/night
  • Basic family hotels
  • Pilgrim guest houses
✨ Luxury
₹8,000/night
  • Mid-range premium pilgrim lodges in Harsil
⛺ Camping available · ₹1,500/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Garhwali Phaanulocal
⭐ Chainsoolocal
⭐ Hot Ginger Teastreet