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Char Dham Yatra 2026: Closing Dates and Timings for Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
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What Happened?
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, a significant pilgrimage for Hindus, will see the closure of its four temples for winter. Gangotri Dham closes on November 10, followed by Yamunotri on November 11, Kedarnath on the same day, and Badrinath on November 16.
Key points
- Gangotri Dham will close on November 10, 2026, at 12:05 PM.
- Yamunotri Dham will close on November 11, 2026, at 10:28 AM.
- Kedarnath Dham will close on November 11, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
- Badrinath Dham will close on November 16, 2026, at 9:37 PM.
- Special prayers and rituals are performed before the closure of each temple.
Key insights
- The closure of these temples marks the end of the pilgrimage season for devotees.
- Devotees can still offer prayers at winter abodes after the temples close.
- The heavy snowfall during winter prevents access to the main temples.
Why it matters
The closing dates of the Char Dham temples are crucial for devotees planning their pilgrimage.
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Char Dham Yatra· EventUttarakhand· StateGangotri Dham· LocationYamunotri Dham· LocationKedarnath Dham· LocationBadrinath Dham· LocationGoddess Ganga· DeityGoddess Yamuna· DeityLord Shiva· DeityLord Vishnu· Deity
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