Gangotri - Altitude 3048m, Gangotri Glacier | Spiritual Journey, Trekking Trails, Scenic Views, Religious Significance

Pilgrims also trek to Nandanvan (6 km) and Kedartal (18 km) from Gangotri.

Submerging Shivling

Submerged
in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according
to mythology, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted
locks. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.

Nandanvan Tapovan

These
two spots are situated opposite the Gangotri glacier further up from
Gaumukh, at a distance of 6 km from where visitors can have a superb
view of the majestic Shivling peak.

Kedartal

A
spectacular lake situated at a distance of about 18 km trek from
Gangotri, negotiable through a rough mountain trail. The trek is very
tring and testing even for a hardy trekker. There no facility of any
kind on the way and one has to make all arrangements in advance.

Kedar Ganga Sangam

Around
100 yards from the Ganga temple, flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting
from the Kedar valley, this river meets the Bhagirathi river on its
left bank.

Bhaironghati

10
km from Gangotri. Astride the to Uttarkashi and near the confluence of
Jat Ganga and Bhagirathi rivers is situated, Bhagirathi.

The temple of Bhairav Nath surrounded by thick forests is worth visiting

Harsil

26
km from Gangotri. Located in the topographically mountainous district
of Uttarkashi, this hamlet is famous for its natural beauty and
delicious apples.

Harsil
is situated at a distance of 72 km from Uttarkashi on the main highway
to Gangotri and is at a height of 2,620 mt, above sea-level.

From
Harsil, the adventurous tourist can trek to Sat Tal, situated just
above Dharali, 2 km beyond Harsil, to be greeted by the rewarding sight
of seven lakes situated amidst beautiful natural surroundings.

The Harsil-Jangala Chatti route is amidst dense Deodar forest.

Bhairon Mandir

After
traveling by road from Lanka to Bhaironghati one has to cross the
Jahanvi river on foot. After crossing the Jahanvi river and moving
uphill, the Bhairon temple can be seen.

Gangnani

55
km from Gangotri. Noted for its thermal springs and close-up views of
famous mountain peaks, its peaceful and tranquilising environment
provides an ideal setting for meditation.

Maneri

92
km from Gangotri. It has lately emerged as a place of tourist interest
as a result of the construction of a dam across the Bhagirathi river,
from where the water is fed to the turbines through an 8 km long tunnel
at Tiloth in Uttarkashi. The resultant lake at Maneri has added to the
charm of the place.