How far is tapovan from gomukh?
The journey can be done by buses or shared taxis. From here it is a 25 km trek to Gaumukh Tapovan. The river Ganga originates at Gangotri (the actual source being Gaumukh), but is known as Bhagirathi here.
How far is Gaumukh from Gangotri?
Distance between Gangotri and Gaumukh is 15 KM / 9.6 miles.
How can I go Gangotri to Gomukh?
Gomukh is located 17 km from Gangotri on the National Highway no 108. Bus travellers can take the state transport buses that operate daily between Uttarkashi and Rishikesh/Dehradun/Haridwar.
Is gomukh a mountain?
The word Gomukh/Gaumukh (go/gau=cow, mukh= face) literally means “Face of a Cow.” The place is situated at a height of 13,200 ft (4,023 m) in Uttarkashi district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the largest in the Himalayas with an estimated volume of over 27 cubic kilometers….
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What is the difference between Gangotri and Gomukh?
Gomukh, which is about 19 km (11.8 mi) from the town of Gangotri, is the precise source of the Bhagirathi river, an important tributary of the Ganges. Gomukh is situated near the base of Shivling; in between lies the Tapovan meadow. The Gangotri glacier is a traditional Hindu pilgrimage site.
How can I get Gaumukh permit?
gaumukh trek permit
- CHIEF WILDLIFE WARDEN , UTTARKHAND. 5, CHANDRABANI. Mohabewala. DEHRADUN 248001. UTTARKHAND, INDIA.
- Fax: 0135-2644691.
- DFO office. Tekla, Kotbangla road. ( after entering Uttarkashi, it will take 20 mins ( approx 2-3 km ) to DFO office )
Is Gaumukh trek open?
The trail to Gaumukh is open for trekkers and pilgrims from May to October. Gangotri National Park remains closed during winters as it is prone to heavy snowfall. Visit the Gangotri Temple is a key attraction of this trek. It is one of the sacred Char Dham of Uttarakhand.
Can I go to Gaumukh?
The trail to Gaumukh is open for trekkers and pilgrims from May to October. Gangotri National Park remains closed during winters as it is prone to heavy snowfall. Visit the Gangotri Temple is a key attraction of this trek.