Surya Kund is a revered pilgrimage spot near the famous Gangotri temple in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Pilgrims and devotees visiting Gangotri temple also visit the Surya Kund waterfall to pay obeisance to the Sun God.
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Send Enquiry for Tour PackagesThe Surya Kund is situated on the one side of an iron bridge while Gauri Kund is located on the other side of the bridge. The Surya Kund waterfall is a mesmerizing site for the visitors. The fall from height of the Bhagirathi River makes for a spectacular scene for the visitors.
Surya Kund Gangotri is located in In Gangotri ( 500m ahead of Gangotri temple).
The Surya Kund is located 500m ahead of the Gangotri temple. One needs to cross the iron bridge in order to get the better view of the Surya Kund waterfall. Nearest landmark are Forest Rest House and Yog Niketan. To reach Surya Kund, one has to reach Gangotri temple via NH 108. Buses ply from Rishikesh, Dehradun, and Uttarkashi to name few. Nearest railway station is located at Rishikesh which is 234 kms away from Gangotri. Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport located 250 kms from Gangotri.
Surya Kund Gangotri is popular place for following activities/ interests - Religious.
