The Char Dham Yatra is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage in Uttarakhand, India, featuring four high-altitude shrines—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath—nestled in the Himalayas. Undertaken to seek salvation and spiritual merit, this "Chota Char Dham" circuit operates roughly from May to October, usually in a clockwise direction.
The Char Dham is a sacred pilgrimage circuit located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, known for its spiritual significance and natural beauty. The four revered pilgrimage sites that make up the Chota Char Dham in Uttarakhand are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Each of these sites is dedicated to a specific deity and holds immense religious importance for Hindus.