The Gangotri dham is the second dham we visit in the chardham yatra. The river Bhageerati flows fast and is quite cold. The best way to bathe is using a bucket which is offered free at the shops. I lost my bucket in the fast flowing water but was not required to pay. When Bhageerati meets Alakanda in Devaprayag, the river Ganges is formed. The place where Sage Bageerathi meditated to bring Ganga to earth is situated inside the temple.

The Gangotri temple

Waiting for evening arti.

Evening arti.

Shops to buy offerings at the temple.

Bagheerati river

Bhageerati originates from Gaumukh near Gangotri. Thrilled to see the river.

Bahgeerati near Gangotri temple.

Evening Ganga arti at Gangotri temple.

Dinner

Dinner at GMVN guest house. GMVN restaurants are a safe bet to eat while doing the chardham yatra.

The Pandav Gufa

Scenic walk to Pandav Gufa.

Pandav Gufa.

Holy man who has lived in the Pandav Gufa for twelve years.