CHAR DHAM YATRA
AT
UTTARKHAND
Char Dham Yatra is
one the most popular pilgrimage route, with millions of devotees paying homage
to all these religious places in aspiration of eliminates all sins and to
attain salvation by the blessings of the Lord.
Every Year More than 250,000 pilgrims visit
Chardham from various parts of India. Char dham is also growing popular among
foriegn tourists, who are blessed to see the heavenly natural beauty and
Himalayas with a chance to know more about culture of India.
CharDhams of
Uttarakand can be covered in one strech in a matter of 10-11 days. Nowdays, you
can also get helicopter services to visit CharDham in just 2 days.
Due to Picturesque
surroundings, high altitude mountain region (Himalayas), dense forests, large
valleys and enthralling environment gives an opportunity to visitors to unwind
themselves by breathing fresh air with experience of majestic locations.
The
Uttarakhand administration is busy giving the final touches to preparations for
the annual Char Dham Yatra that begins on May 9.
While police have strengthened security
measures, the health department is working to provide healthcare facilities on
the Yatra route.
The portals of Kedarnath, Gangotri and
Yamunotri will be thrown open to pilgrims on Monday, while the fourth shrine,
Badrinath, will be opened two days later on May 11.
The tourism department is keeping its fingers
crossed over the pilgrim turnout in the wake of the negative publicity brought
about by the recent forest fires.
By Air
Jolly Grant Airport, popularly known as
Dehradun Airport is the nearest airport to the Chardham. Helicopters and small
private planes are also allowed to make a landing at the airport.
By Train
The closest railheads from Chardham are
Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun and Kotdwar. Buses, taxis and private cabs are
easily available outside the station.
By Road
The well laid out network of roads make it
possible to reach Chardham in a hassle-free manner. Inter-city transportation
services and taxis are available on a frequent basis. Buses can be boarded from
Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun, Gangotri and Uttarkashi.
