Gangotri Temple, Gangotri, Uttarakhand India

Gangotri Temple GANGOTRI Attractions, Sightseeing, Tourist places, Places to See Uttarakhand Uttaranchal India

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Pilgrimage Place in Gangotri

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Distance: Uttarkashi 98.1 KM

The Templa at Gangotri, a shrine dedicated to Goddess Ganga stands on the banks of River Bhagirathi. The three century old temple was made by Gorkhas here, their Commander Amar Singh Thapa, got it constructed here in the 18th century. The temple is open for pilgrims from October to May.

It lies close to the the holy rock or the “Bhagirath Shila” where King Bhagirath had worshiped Lord Shiva. The Gangotri temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and located on the banks of River Bhagirathi.

The Pujaris and brahmins belongs to the village of Mukhwa. The water from Gangotri is carried to offer to Lord Shiva. It is believed that this water has nectar in it and will soothe the throat of Shiva who gulp the poison.

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