In India, you will get endless opportunities to take care of your inner well-being. Char Dham yatra is one such opportunity that makes you feel blessed to be born on this divine land and boosts your inner well-being. Char Dham yatra is not merely a journey but also an opportunity for one to seek enlightenment to awaken the soul. It covers the journey through four sacred shrines – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath located amidst the serene natural beauty of the Himalayan range of Uttarakhand. People across the world visit these shrines to seek the blessings of the divine and dive into the spiritual aura of the landmarks. In fact, people start planning their journeys to these four holy temples even a year before.
If you are someone, who is ready to dive into spirituality and wants to nourish your soul, then you must have all the relevant information about Char Dham Yatra opening and closing dates 2025. In this post, you will get all the information about the opening and closing dates of 2025. Let’s dive in:
Yatra Kapat Opens with Akshaya Tritiya
The holy shrines open half a year for Darshan when the weather allows pilgrims to plan this Yatra with ease. Generally, the Yatra to these four holy shrines begins with the arrival of the summer season in the month of April or May. It is believed that Akshaya Tritiya is the most auspicious day in Hindu Panchang when Kapat for these four shrines opens for the devotees. In 2025, Akshaya Tritiya falls on 30th May and this auspicious day brings great news of opening the Kapats of these holy shrines for the devotees and spiritual seekers.
This is a day of prosperity and success. On this day, the gates open with the Vedic mantras and fill the surroundings with positive vibes. It is believed that visiting these four holy temples will bring one closer to God and purify the soul. Have a look at the opening dates of the four sacred temples:
- Yamunotri Temple- 30th April 2025
- Gangotri Temple – 30th April 2025
- Kedarnath Temple – 2nd May 2025
- Badrinath Temple – 2nd May 2025
Closing Dates of the Holy Shrines 2025
The holy temples close around the months of October and November. Hindus strongly believe in the auspicious days and dates. This is why they always look for the best time according to Panchang to perform any ritual. Since the opening and closing of Char Dhams are important to them, they look up to the Panchang and set the opening and closing dates of the shrines. The Char Dham Yatra closes on Bhai Dooj, the second day after Diwali. This day marks the end of the pilgrimage season and devotees have to bid farewell to their deities with a hope to seek their blessings in the next year.
When the doors of Yamunotri close, the idol will be taken back to Kharsali. On the contrary, at Gangotri, the goddess is taken back to Mukhba village for winter. The closing ceremony includes the final puja, offering Diyas and Navaidyam to the deities to ensure the spiritual connection remains till the temple opens in the spring season next year.
- Yamunotri Temple – 31st October 2025 (Tentative)
- Gangotri Temple – 2nd November 2025 (Tentative)
- Kedarnath Temple – 2nd November 2025 (Tentative)
- Badrinath Temple – 9th November 2025 (Tentative)
Whether you are seeking enlightenment or want to experience nature at its best while diving into devotion, you must plan this Char Dham Yatra according to the opening and closing dates. Nowadays, you have many packages available to choose from. All the packages are well-curated to ensure you have a smooth experience on your journey. Along with the safety measures and different transportation options, each package has been curated to meet traveler’s specific requirements. Whatever your purpose for visiting Char Dham may be, pick from the exclusive tour packages and ensure an unforgettable experience on this journey.
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