8 Places to Visit in Yamunotri - Best Yamunotri Tourist Places, Yamunotri Sightseeing Spots

Places to See in Yamunotri

Over 8 tourist spots, attractions, activities and places to see in Yamunotri.

Being a religious destination, majority of people who travel to Yamunotri are pilgrims who visit the Yamunotri shrine to seek blessings. There are few sightseeing places which have religious significance rather than a touristic appeal. Surya Kund is a hot water spring situated at Barkot near Yamunotri temple, Divya Shila is a rock pillar which is worshipped before entering the divine Yamunotri temple.

Yamunotri would be a perfect place for those who is fond of escapades, Peace, Calm and scenic beauty of natural environment. Apart from Yamunotri temple, there are several place to see such as Surya Kund, Divya Shila, Janki Chatti, Hanuman Chatti, Saptarishi Kund Lake etc you can visit during Yamunotri dham yatra.

Check out 8 tourist spots in Yamunotri where travellers can spend their leisure time. Explore the hidden gems of Yamunotri through this well-researched list, learn about the most happening places, things to do, activities, attractions and famous picnic spots for a memorable vacation in Yamunotri.

Yamunotri Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, Yamunotri Temple lies in the western Garhwal Himalayas at an elevation of about 3,291mts. The second most holy river of India, River Yamuna originates at Yamunotri. Hence, Yamunotri Temple fo...

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Surya Kund, Yamunotri

Surya Kund is a hot water spring situated at near Yamunotri temple. This thermal spring gets its name from Yamuna river which is considered to be the offspring of Surya or the God as per Hindu mythology. Surya Kund serve...

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Jankichatti

Situated at an elevation of 2,650 mts above sea level, Janki Chatti is familiarly known for its hot water springs. Janki Chatti encompasses the last village in the region and it acts as the major hub for the pilgrims tra...

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Kharsali

6 kms from city center

The untouched village of Kharsali also known as ‘Khushimath’ is cradled with love in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It is perched at an astounding elevation of 2,675 meters above sea level. The tin...

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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...

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Hanumanchatti

13 kms from city center

Hanuman Chatti is located at the confluence of the Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna rivers. Situated 13 kms before Yamunotri Dham, Hanuman Chatti (2,400mts) is a serene place offering an ample amount of accommodation facilities....

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Divya Shila

Divya Shila, also known as ‘slab of divine light’, is a pious stone or pillar located near Yamunotri and Surya Kund. The devotees visiting Yamunotri temple have to worship Divya Shila before entering the temple premi...

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Saptrishi Kund Trek

Located at an elevation of 4421 mts, Saptrishi Kund is a high-altitude lake and the original source of Yamuna River. The lake is fed by Champasar Glacier set in the upper parts of the mountain range created by Bandarpunc...

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