Yamunotri, Chardham, Uttarakhand India

The Yamunotri temple lies close to the source of the Yamuna River, the second holiest river in India, which flows all the way down past the Taj Mahal. The temple is relatively undeveloped as it's the least visited of the Char Dham. However, there is a certain magic to be experienced from the pristine mountain air, running water, natural scenic beauty, and enthusiastic devotees. Pilgrims also get to enjoy a number of hot water springs in the vicinity of the temple.

 The Temple of Yamuna ji is the main temple of worship. Near this temple there are a few hot water springs where the water rushes out of the mountain cavities at boiling point. Surya-Kund is the most important kund. A pinch of rice or potatoes, tied loosely in a cloth, are dipped in it and after a few minutes when taken out completely cooked. These are taken home as prasad. Near the Surya Kund there is a shila called Divya-Shila which is worshipped before puja is offered to Yamunaji.