Hemkund Sahib Yatra

Overview

The Haridwar to Hemkund Sahib Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage that takes devotees from Haridwar to the revered Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, situated at 4,632 meters in the Garhwal Himalayas. The journey involves both road travel and trekking through scenic and spiritually enriching landscapes.

Detailed Itinerary

  • Begin your journey from Haridwar, a major pilgrimage city.
  • Travel to Rishikesh, the "Yoga Capital of the World."
  • Visit Triveni Ghat, Ram Jhula, and Laxman Jhula before proceeding.
  • Travel via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, Joshimath, and Vishnuprayag.
  • Govindghat (1,828 m) is the base point for the Hemkund Sahib trek.
  • Accommodation is available at Gurudwaras and hotels in Govindghat.
  • Trek through lush green trails along the Laxman Ganga River.
  • Pony/Palki and helicopter services are available for convenience.
  • Ghangaria (3,050 m) is the last stop before Hemkund Sahib.
  • A steep and challenging trek, but breathtakingly beautiful.
  • The Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara sits by a pristine glacial lake, with snow-clad peaks surrounding it.
  • Visit the Lakshman Temple, believed to be where Lakshman meditated.
  • Descend from Hemkund Sahib to Ghangaria (2-3 hours).
  • Trek back to Govindghat the next day.
  • Travel back to Haridwar via the same route.

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