Shani Dev Temple
Shani Devi Temple adorned in the sleepy hamlet of Kharsali in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand is considered as the oldest temple of Shani Dev. Positioned at 7,000 feet above sea level in Kharsali, the Shani Dev T...
Over 2 tourist spots, attractions, activities and places to see in Kharsali.
Being in close proximity to religious destinations, majority of the sightseeing locations at Kharsali have mythological connotations, especially from the Mahabharata epic. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Siva in his Someshwar form that is visited by the devotees. There is also a temple dedicated Shani Dev, son of Surya deity at Kharsali.
Janki Chatti: Janki Chatti is located at a distance of just 1kms from Kharsali and is the starting point of the trek to Yamunotri temple. Janki Chatti is also known for its thermal springs where devotees take bath before visiting Yamunotri.
Yamunotri: The highest and the most revered temple of river Yamuna which is given the status of Goddess, it is situated at an elevation of 3293mts above the sea level. Te trek to Yamunotri starts from Janki Chatti and can be covered on foot as well as on Ponies. The trek of 7kms from Janki Chatti can be covered in one day and is considered to be of easy and moderate level.
