Gangotri

Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand , India
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Gangotri is a popular pilgrimage center located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It is situated in the Himalayan ranges at an altitude of 3750 meters above sea level. It is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi. Gangotri is a holy place for both Char Dham and Do Dham pilgrimages. According to mythology, Goddess Ganga took the form of Ganga to wash away the sins of King Bhagirath and his ancestors. Lord Shiva held it in his locks to save the earth from flowing. The Ganges River or the source of the Ganges 'Gaumukh' is located 19 km away from Gangotri. The river Ganges is known as 'Bhagirathi' at its origin.

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