The four shrines remain closed for major part of the year due to snowfall. The temples usually open in the month of April or May for a six-month period.
- In 2008, Yamunotri and Gangotri shrines will open on May 7, on Akshya Tritiya day, and close on day of Diwali.
- Badrinath will open on May 9, 2008 and will close ten days after Deepavali.
- Kedarnath will open on May 8, 2008 and will close on Diwali Bhaidooj day.
Gangotri (altitude of 3200 meters)
Yamunotri (4421 m)
Badrinath (3135 m)
Kedarnath (3580 m)
During the Chardham Yatra period, Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) conducts spiritual tour. There is also online reservation facility. Helicopter Services are also available from Agastyamuni to Kedarnath and Badrinath.
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Any idea on when char dham shrines would open in 2009?
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One of the four sites amongst the holiest places, Char Dham in India, is Gangotri. This sacred city is located in the northern part of the state of Uttarakhand. It is known as the source of River Ganges and also the seat of Goddess Ganga. Ducked amidst the sprawling Garhwal hills, Gangotri is an ideal location for all those who wish to take a dip into the oceans of divinity, as well as those have a thirst for adventure.
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