Winter Char Dham Yatra

Winter Char Dham Yatra

Launched on December 8, 2024, the Winter Char Dham has attracted over 15,000 pilgrims by December 30, aiming to establish Uttarakhand as a year-round tourism destination.

About Winter Char Dham – 2024

  • It is a winter pilgrimage circuit launched by the Uttarakhand government to attract tourists during the off-season (winter months) when the Char Dhams are closed for visit due to heavy snow fall and harsh conditions in the region.
    • The Idols and symbols are moved to nearby Temples which remain open during winters.
  • Objective: To  Increase tourist footfall, boost the state’s economy, and showcase lesser-known destinations.

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About the Winter Abodes of Char Dham

They are lower-altitude shrines for Char Dham of Uttarakhand i.e Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath during winter.

Char Dham Yatra

  • Gangotri: Winter seat at Mukhba (Uttarkashi).
  • Yamunotri: Winter seat at Kharsali (Uttarkashi).
  • Kedarnath: Winter seat at Omkareshwar Temple (Ukhimath, Rudraprayag).
  • Badrinath: Winter seat at Pandukeshwar (Chamoli).

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