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Yamunotri Temple: The temple is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna, which was by built by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur in the 19th century. The deity of Yamuna is carved from black stone, and there is also a deity of Gangadevi, who is white. Yamuna is the daughter of Surya (the sun god) and Sangya. She is the twin sister of Yamaraja, the Lord of Death.

The Yamunotri Temple is built at the foot of Kalinda Parvata. The temple usually opens the last week of April or the first week of May depending on the weather in the area. It closes around the second week of November.

Surya Kund: Thermal springs abound in the vicinity of the temple that flow into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Surya (Sun) is the mythological father of Yamuna. Devotees not only refresh in the holy waters here but also make prasada for offering. Some potatoes or rice with a pinch of salt are tied in a muslin cloth and dipped in the spring for few minutes, they come out boiled. This is first offered to the deity and then taken home as ‘prasad.'

Divya Shila: It is a rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.

Sayanachatti: Just 29 km from Barkot, Sayanachatti is a scenic spot on the banks of river Yamuna.

Jankichatti: Noted for its thermal springs, where tourists can enjoy a refreshing bath.

Chamba: With lush greenery spread like a carpet, Chamba is about 46 km from Yamunotri. It is your ideal summer retreat located at a height of 1676 m.
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Hanumanchatti: The confluence of Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna rivers, from where the trek to Yamunotri (3,307 m) starts. This is in fact is base for the Yamuntori, which lies 13 km ahead on a trekking route.

There are not many hotels and stay guest houses in Yamunotri. The lodging here is limited to a few small ashrams and guest-houses. Pilgrims can find accommodation in the houses belonging to the 'Pandas' or the sole Dharamshala. However, there are GMVN Guest Houses available at Synachatti and Hanumanchatti.
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By Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant near Dehradun.

By Rail: Nearest railhead is a Rishikesh, 250 km away.

By Road: The road to Yamunotri diverts at Dharasu, on way to Uttarkashi. Hanumanchatti is the last road-head for Yamunotri. The place is well connected by bus services,