|
The
Holy Himalayas - An Introduction
Nestling in the lofty peaks of the majestic
Garhwal Himalayas are the four most holy Pilgrimages of India-Yamunotri,
Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, collectively referred to
as the Char Dham (or four pilgrimage centers) of Hinduism.
|
ROUTE
MAP OF
|
|
Yamunotri,
Gangotri
|
Kedarnath
|
Badrinath
|
|
|
|
|
Through
these sacred shrines meanders the greatest river of India,
Ganga. According to legend, Goddess Ganga took the form of
a river to support life on earth and hence is the most venerated
deity in Hinduism. The four Dhams receive their holy waters
in the form of four streams - Yamuna (in Yamunotri); Bhagirathi
(in Gangotri): Mandakini (in Kedarnath): and Alaknanda (in
Badrinath). oly confluences, scenic surroundings and an aura
of spiritual serenity make an ideal abode for the Gods and
are a refreshing reward for the pilgrims who visit from all
over the world.
Kedarnath
Rudranath
Kalpeshwar
Tungnath
Madmaheshwar
Badrinath
Bhavishya
Badri
Yogdhyan
Badri
Bridha Badri
Adi
Badri
Panchprayag confluence of the most sacred rives, is considered
the epitome of immortal piety. Five prayags are Vishnuprayag,
Nandprayag, Karnaprayag, Rudraprayag & Deoprayag.
Deoprayag
Rudraprayag
Karnaprayag
Nandprayag
Vishnuprayag
|
