Introduction
Hotels Gaumukh
A. Hotel Ganga Tranquiil. 4.1. 7 Ratings.
¹ 2,188. Gostops Rishikesh. 4.0. 3035 Ratings.
Gostops Rishikesh. 4.0. 3035 Ratings. Badrinath Road.
¹ 7,000. Hotel Indira Nikunj. 4.4. 676 Ratings.
Hotel Yogasthali. 4.1. 417 Ratings.
Hotel Yogasthali. 4.4. 264 Ratings.
¹ 1,676. Sangam Palace. 3.9.
Prakriti The Retreat. 4.4. 228 Ratings.
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Is Gaumukh trek difficult?
Difficulty level: Moderate to Difficult. Age group: 18-45 years.
treksandtrails.org
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek | Gangotri Glacier | Treks near Uttarakhand
Gaumukh trek is Moderate trek , this trek comes in a moderate level, people who are trekking for the first time, we have done the entire trek, they used to ¦
Himalayan Hikers
Gaumukh Trek – from where the Ganga originates – Himalayan Hikers
What is Gaumukh famous for?
It is the source of Bhagirathi river, and is one of the holiest places for the Hindus though there is no temple here.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
All about Gomukhthe trip of a lifetime | Times of India Travel
One of the holiest lands in Uttarakhand, Gaumukh, or Gomukh, is the source of the holy Bhagirathi River.
Holidify
Gaumukh Tourism (2023) – Uttarakhand > Tapovan Trek, Top Things To Do – Holidify
Why is it called Gaumukh?
Gomukh is mentioned in the Puranas. It is said there that, searching a lost sheep, a boy reached near a glacier in Gangotri, the snout of which exactly looked like the face of a Cow, and thus it got its name ‘Gomukh’
Can we go to Gaumukh by car?
Traveling to Gaumukh by Road
If driving from Delhi, one can take the route via Meerut Roorkee Haridwar Rishikesh Narendranagar Chamba Dharasu Bend Uttarkashi Gangnani Harsil Gangotri. The total distance would be around 480 km from Delhi, approx. 250 km from Rishikesh and approx.
How long is Gomukh trek?
The 4-km trek to Gaumukh (at an altitude of 4,000 m), is very interesting;
uttarakhandtourism.gov.in
GANGOTRI, GAUMUKH TO TAPOVAN – Uttarakhand Tourism
Gaumukh Trek is a 46 km trek hiked over 6 days (8 days including the drive to and from the trek,) in the Greater Himalayas.
indiahikes.com
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek 2023 – Source of Ganga – Indiahikes
Can Gaumukh trek be done in one day?
The permits for Gaumukh trek are valid for only two days. Hence one has to return to Gangotri on the second day.
devilonwheels.com
The Trek to Gaumukh – A Step by Step Guide – Devil On Wheels
¦ Lonely planet says that it is possible to do Gaumukh Glacier as a day trip from Gangotri, but you’ll have to set out as early as you can and it’ll be rushed
footloosedev.com
Gangotri To Gomukh Trek – Itinerary And Route Map – Footloose Dev
What is inside Gomukh?
Gomukh is the source of the Bhagirathi River in Gangotri Glacier, one of the primary headstreams of the Ganges River.
uttarkashi.nic.in
Gomukh | Uttarkashi | India
Gaumukh or Gomukh or Gomukhi is the site where the Gangotri glacier terminates and it is at this place where river Bhagirathi originates.
indiahikes.com
What is Gaumukh Tapovan? – Indiahikes
Is Gaumukh trek safe?
Yes, the Gaumukh Trek is safe. The level of difficulty for the Gaumukh Trek is moderate, so the route is not very dangerous.
euttaranchal.com
Gaumukh Trek FAQs – Gaumukh Trek Travel Questions with Answers
It lies at an elevation of 4,500 metres in Uttarkashi district, this trek is peace, amazing and adventure all at once.
discoveryhike.com
Complete Gaumukh Tapovan Trekking Guide & Itinerary
What is the temperature of Gomukh?
Monthly Weather in Gaumukh
Month High/Low (°C) Rain
April 1°/ -10° 19 days
May 4°/ -7° 12 days
June 8°/ -2° 10 days
July 10°/ 3° 18 days
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Conclusion
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.
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Gangotri Glacier.
Gangotri
Type Valley glacier
Coordinates 30°50²N 79°10²E
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