Gangotri Temple
Location: Gangotri, on the banks of the Bhagirathi River in the Himalayas
According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Ganga descended to Earth at this place after King Bhagiratha’s penance to liberate his ancestors. The present temple was built in the 18th century by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Due to heavy snowfall, the temple remains open only for six months each year.
Temple Details
Basic Information
Temple Name
Gangotri Temple
Location
Gangotri, on the banks of the Bhagirathi River in the Himalayas
District
Uttarkashi
State
Uttarakhand
Architecture
The Gangotri Temple is built in traditional Himalayan style architecture using white granite stone. The temple has a simple yet elegant structure with beautiful carvings and a peaceful mountain backdrop.
Temple Gallery
Full Address
Gangotri Temple, Gangotri, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand – 249135, India
Temple Description
Gangotri Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is one of the four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand. Devotees visit the temple to worship the holy River Ganga and seek spiritual purification.
Services & Facilities
Live DarshanPrasad DeliverySpecial PujaAbhishekDiya DonationAarti Booking
Aarti & Temple Timing
Temple Timing
Morning Darshan7:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon Darshan12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Evening Darshan5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Aarti Timing
Mangala Aarti3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Morning Aarti4:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sandhya Aarti7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shayan Aarti8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Tourist Attractions
- - Dwarka Beach
- - Bet Dwarka
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Medical Stores
- - Dwarka Medical Store (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Pharmacy (0.3 km)
Nearby ATMs
- - HDFC Bank ATM
- - Axis Bank ATM
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Food
- - Dwarka Food Court (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Bhojanalaya (0.3 km)
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FlightJamnagar Airport (JGA) - 45 km
TrainDwarka Railway Station - 10 km
BusDwarka Bus Stand - 12 km
Auto FareRs 200-300 (Round Trip)
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