Char Dham Temples
The four cardinal pilgrimage sites of Hinduism: Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, and Rameswaram.
9 temples
Badrinath Temple
Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a principal Char Dham site and one of the most sacred Vaishnava temples in India, located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
Dhari Devi Temple
A sacred Shakti temple on the banks of the Alaknanda River, considered the guardian deity of the Char Dham Yatra and famous for the idol that changes color three times…
Dwarkadhish Temple
The westernmost of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites, Dwarkadhish Temple marks the legendary kingdom of Lord Krishna in the ancient city of Dwarka.
Gangotri Temple
The highest temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga at 3,100 meters, marking where the sacred river descended to earth through Shiva's locks after King Bhagirath's penance.
Jagannath Temple
Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, is one of the four Char Dham sites, famous for the annual Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival) and its unique deities made of neem wood.
Kedarnath Temple
Kedarnath Temple — one of 12 Jyotirlingas, part of Char Dham and Panch Kedar. Verified visitor guide for pilgrims and international travellers at 3,583 m.
Ramanathaswamy Temple
The Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and a Char Dham site, famous for its magnificent thousand-pillared corridors, the longest temple corridor in the world, and…
Siddhesvara Dham (Char Dham)
A grand complex featuring a 108-foot Shiva statue and replicas of the 12 Jyotirlingas and the four Char Dham sites.
Yamunotri Temple
The first stop on the Char Dham Yatra at 3,291 meters, where the Yamuna River originates and pilgrims cook offerings in geothermal springs before darshan.
Sources & References
These records back the membership, dating and visitor guidance published on this Char Dham Temples page.
Archaeological Survey of India
Archaeological Survey of India — monument records and conservation reports
Protection status, dating, architectural classification and published conservation records for the monuments named on this page.
Primary archaeological record
Open source (opens in a new tab)Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Ministry of Tourism — official destination information
Official Government of India destination information — access, visitor circuits and travel guidance referenced on this page.
Government record
Open source (opens in a new tab)Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee
Char Dham yatra routes, opening dates and registration rules
Official yatra route, seasonal opening dates and registration requirements for the four Char Dham shrines.
Temple administration
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