India is a place where there is Devis (Goddesses) and Devatas (Gods). The number is a shocking 330 million and no less! Thus, as anyone might expect, the nation is packed with blessed altars and sanctuaries. Decorated with the leftovers of the rich Hindu folklore, India has groups of journeys spread over its huge limits. Among these, the Char Dham Yatra holds a huge spot.
Truly making an interpretation of to the journey to the four dwelling places, Char Dham Yatra alludes to the four holiest journey destinations in India, viz. In any case, they are frequently mistaken for the 4 hallowed goals of Uttarakhand – the Devbhoomi. These Char Dhams – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri – are, indeed, a piece of the little circuit of four seats or the Chhota Char Dham Yatra.
1. Badrinath
The whole nation is the destroyer of River Ganga according to Hindu folklore, when River Ganga slipped on the earth it was partitioned into 12 water streams. The stream displayed at Badrinath got well known as Alaknanda and turned into the spot of residence of Lord Vishnu, Badrinath. Kedar valley which is arranged on the banks of Mandakini River that streams alongside Alaknanda River houses a standout amongst the most vital and sacrosanct Jyotirlingams among 12 Jyotirlingams in the nation. This whole locale goes under the Rudraprayag area. Rudraprayag is a similar spot where the exemplification of Lord Rudra was finished.
Be that as it may, presently there are just two streams Alaknanda and Mandakini which are in presence out of those 12 streams and thirdly the waterway which when streams forward called as Ganga. Because of the nonstop ascent in populace, and persistent mining bringing about disintegration, deforestation, and some religious exercises, not just the water dimension of the waterways is going down yet in addition they are getting to be contaminated.
2. Kedarnath
The common annihilation in Uttarakhand demonstrates that for the sake of improvement, individuals have pushed the journeys towards the demolition. It is likewise observed that men have considered these journeys as the touring goals in excess of a religious spot. Along these lines, it is clear to be paid at this point. As indicated by the Puranas, Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham will vanish in a couple of coming years and another journey will be revered named as Bhavishya Badri.
As indicated by the Badrinath Tales, it is trusted that in Satyuga, Gods, holy people, and even the customary individuals used to get the dreams of Lord Vishnu. After this, in the period of Tretayuga the no one but god could see different divine beings and rishis and in the Dwapar time, divine beings turned out to be totally vanished. Sages and customary individuals needed to fulfill with the sanctuaries and the icons of God.
3. Yamunotri
The spot is the genuine seat of stream Goddess Yamuna, and this is situated in the best edge of Bandar Poonch Parvat. Champasar Glacier is the first wellspring of the Yamuna River, and that is situated at a rise of approx. 4,142 meters. Despite the fact that individuals visit the spot for the Hindu religious, convictions and practices it is additionally very renowned for its definitive excellence and peacefulness.
4. Gangotri
This is one of the amazing pieces of Char Dham Yatra Tour. It is a little city, which is arranged on the banks of the Bhagirathi River and it is at a height of 3,100 meters in the Himalayas. Gangotri Dham is encompassed in the noteworthy Garhwal Hills, at the elevation of 3048 meters above ocean level. Aside from the water and blessed practices, you will get the opportunity to see the night Aarti performed on the banks of River Ganges is the most alluring and delightful sight of this spot.