Last updated 28 Feb 2026
Pilgrimage & Temples
Char Dham, Haridwar, Rishikesh and beyond
Uttarakhand is Devbhoomi — the Land of the Gods. The Char Dham (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath) form the holiest circuit, while Haridwar and Rishikesh draw millions for the Ganges and spiritual practices.
Key destinations
Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar and the evening Ganga Aarti are unmissable. Rishikesh is the yoga capital with ashrams and adventure. The Char Dham season runs from April–May until October–November.
Quick facts
Char Dham
Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
Season
Apr/May–Oct/Nov
Gateways
Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun
