Gangotri, the name brings an image of solitude, tranquillity, mystery, adventure, and reverence. It is the ultimate destination to fulfil all your wishes-be it the urge to placate the gods above, the thirst for adventure, or just to seek the tranquillity of the Himalayas. Nevertheless, Gangotri, more than anything else, is known as the origin of the sacred river Ganga and attracts tourists in large numbers every year.

Legend has it that the Ganga came down to earth after prolonged penance by King Bhagirath to Lord Shiva. However, since the earth would be devastated if the Ganga came down in her full force and pride, Lord Shiva caught her in his locks. It was proclaimed that Shiva's consort Parvati would bathe in the Ganga daily.

Gangotri is snowbound, and so the deity is taken 25 kms downstream to Mukhba, so that her devotees are not thwarted. Despite the severe cold, however, several "SADHUS" remain at Gangotri year round, even through the very severe winter.

Ganga has remained in the Indian psyche as the ultimate source of attaining nirvana and every important place along the Ganga has become major pilgrimage centres for millions of Hindus. Gangotri is the place where the Ganga is believed to have descended on earth.

Gomukh Trek
Source of the Gangotri glacier & source of the river Bhagirathi, Gomukh is located at an altitude of 4200 metres. Gomukh, the identified source of the river Ganga, is 18 kms further uphill. The trek to Gomukh is gradual, and severl pilgrims undertake the journey to pay homage to the river at its known source. En route accommodation is available at Bhojwasa in Tourist Rest House.