According to the ancient Skanda Purana, the Char Dham pilgrimage is of great spiritual significance in the Hindu religion. The journey is thought to purify followers of their sins and bring positive energy into their lives.
The four holy places are strategically placed in four cardinal directions: Badrinath in the north, Rameswaram in the south, Puri in the east, and Dwarka in the west. Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings established the spiritual value of these sacred locations, which propelled them to popularity. According to ancient writings, visiting these locations promotes spiritual knowledge and awareness of heavenly traditions.
Char Dham Yatra 2025: Opening Dates and Registration Process
The Char Dham Yatra for 2025 will begin on April 29, 2025, with Yamunotri and end in Badrinath. Registration for the pilgrimage commences on February 3, 2025, with both online and offline methods available to pilgrims. The state tourist agency has introduced a smartphone application to make registration easier. While ordinary darshan may be accessible via a token system, specific services such as Rudrabhishek need online registration.
Char Dham Yatra 2025 Route
Yamunotri Temple
Located in Uttarkashi district, Yamunotri marks the source of the River Yamuna, originating from the Champasar Glacier at 4,421 metres. The temple, initially built by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal, houses the deity of Goddess Yamuna. Pilgrims must undertake a 6-kilometre trek from Janki Chatti to reach the temple.
Gangotri Temple
Situated at 3,048 metres, Gangotri Temple stands as a tribute to the River Ganga. Built by Gurkha leader Amar Singh Thapa, the temple commemorates the legendary descent of the Ganges to Earth. The shrine holds particular significance as the highest-altitude Ganga temple.
Kedarnath Temple
At 3,584 metres, Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, sits amidst snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Believed to be constructed by the Pandavas and renovated by Adi Shankaracharya, the temple features unique North Indian architecture with interlocked grey stone slabs.
Badrinath Temple
Housing a 3.3-foot-tall black stone idol of Lord Badrinarayan, Badrinath Temple traces its origins to the Vedic Age. The temple has undergone multiple renovations since the 9th century, with its inner sanctum remaining the only original structure.
Char Dham Yatra 2025 Route (as per Make My Trip)
Complete Circuit:
Haridwar to Yamunotri: 220 km (7 hours)
Yamunotri to Gangotri: 100 km via Uttarkashi
Gangotri to Kedarnath: 180 km plus trek
Kedarnath to Badrinath: 160 km
Total round trip distance: 1,607 km
Recommended Sequence:
Start: Haridwar → Barkot → Janki Chatti (for Yamunotri)
Continue: Uttarkashi → Gangotri
Proceed: Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Gaurikund (for Kedarnath)
Conclude: Rudraprayag → Badrinath
Return: Via Rishikesh and Haridwar
Char Dham Yatra 2025 Ticket Prices
Ticket prices for the Char Dham Yatra can vary depending on the services you opt for (e.g., helicopter services, special darshan, or trekking).
This year’s Char Dham Yatra promises to be a spiritually enriching experience, and pilgrims are advised to follow the registration process and travel guidelines carefully.

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