Chardham FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which month is best for Char DhamYatra?

May and June is the best time to plan for Char DhamYatra as it becomes comfortable due to pleasant climatic conditions. ChardhamYatra will start on 3rd May 2023 & close on 26th October 2023 (tentative). Kedarnath and Badrinath temples will open on 6th May and 8th May, respectively.

Q. Which Char Dham should I visit first?

The starting point of ChardhamYatra is Haridwar, from where pilgrims begin their journey to the four holy shrines. First, they visit Yamunotri, then to the famous Gangotri, followed by the KedarnathDham, and finally fishing the pilgrimage at the BadrinathDham.

Q. How many days are enough for Char Dham?

You can complete Char DhamYatra in 6 days and seek blessings at all the four holy sites of Uttarakhand. These four religious sites are also known as Chota Char Dham as there is another holy circuit that comprises four pilgrimage sites, which was also established by AdiShankracharya.

Q. Which Char Dham should I visit first?

The starting point of ChardhamYatra is Haridwar, from where pilgrims begin their journey to the four holy shrines. First, they visit Yamunotri, then to the famous Gangotri, followed by the KedarnathDham, and finally fishing the pilgrimage at the BadrinathDham.

Q. How do I complete 4 Dham?

The general route that is followed for the Char DhamYatra is from west to east. So, the route that is followed begins from Yamunotri, then leads to Gangotri, followed by Kedarnath and then completing the journey at Badrinath.

Q. WhichDham is difficult?

Yamunotri is the first of the four dhams and definitely the toughest. Although, its located at a lower elevations than the other dhams, the narrow and crowded pathway make it challenging and tough to reach the temple.

Q Which month is good for Char DhamYatra?

However, May and June is the best time to plan for Char DhamYatra as it becomes comfortable due to pleasant climatic conditions.