Names of Char Dham Temple
Yamunotri Temple: At 3,293 meters Yamunotri is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. According to legend a dip in the Yamuna’s water saves you from untimely death. The temple was built by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal and has been considered auspicious for devotees since then.
Gangotri Temple: Gangotri Temple is at an elevation of 3100 meters dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is where River Ganga is said to have descended from heaven to earth which is considered as the holiest river in Hinduism. The legend of King Bhagirath bringing Ganga to purify the souls of his ancestors is closely associated with this temple.
Kedarnath Temple: Kedarnath Temple is at 3583 meters and is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. This Dham is the most difficult to access due to its high altitude and the trek from Gaurikund is about 16 km.
Badrinath Temple: Last of the Char Dhams, Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. At 3,133 meters, it is situated between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges. Badrinath is one of the holiest places in Hinduism and the temple is believed to have been established by Adi Shankaracharya in 8th century. The shrine is associated with Lord Vishnu who is believed to have meditated here for thousands of years.
