Char Dham Yatra from Kolkata Overview

Char Dham Yatra, the journey to 4 prominent Hindu Pilgrimages in Uttarakhand is a tradition that people believe in following because of some religious reasons. This faith of visiting Char Dhams to get Darshan is so much deep-rooted in the devotees, that they understand it as similar to an important custom of their lives. Somewhat, this is a positive tradition in which people extract time to go on a spiritual Yatra. In earlier times, usually, people used to leave home for Char Dham Yatra in old age, but now the scenario has shifted. The people irrespective of their age go to the Char Dham and enjoy the religious and spiritual essence of being in the Pilgrimages.

To take off for this Char Dham Yatra from Kolkata, we have some perfectly planned itineraries in the Char Dham Yatra From Kolkata Packages. With the help of these Char Dham Packages, you can plan this pilgrimage journey very easily, quickly and perfectly. Along with it, you can ask for any kind of alterations in the Char Dham Package to make it more personalised. We shall make genuine changes to make your Yatra exactly as you want.

Festivals and Events in Char Dham

Some Major festivals celebrated in the complexes of these Char Dhams are:

Festivals in Kedarnath and Badrinath:

Vinayak Chaturthi:
The Vinayak, or Ganesh Chaturthi, is celebrated magnificently in the whole town of Kedarnath. Devotees participate in the Yatra which rounds around the main premise and the confluence near Saraswati river. Moreover, the temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, built at the entrance of Kedarnath temple, is also worshipped.

Shravani Annakoot Mela:
This fair is being held on the day before Raksha Bandhan when the doors of the temple remain open for the devotees throughout the night. The Shivlinga is offered with jangora, rice, koni, and such grains. And, the next day, it ends with a great Bhandara.

Samadhi Pooja:
Before the temple closes for six months of winter, this pooja is performed on the first day of Kartik (month in Hinduism). And, hence this samadhi Puja is called Special for the Kedarnath Dham.

Mata Murti ka Mela:
This mela is organised in Badrinath every year on the occasion of Shravan Dwadashi or Vaman Dwadashi. It is celebrated with great significance and reverence by the devotees.

Festivals in Gangotri and Yamunotri:

Akshay Tritiya:
On this special day, the Temple reopens for the devotees after being closed in winter. The locals and the other members of the Temple embellish the entire complex and celebrate this day with full devotion towards the Goddess. The special Puja is also performed in the Sanctum of the temple by the priests.

Ganga Dussehra:
During May or June, Ganga Dussehra is held in the Gangotri Dham. With utter faith and reverence, the devotees come here to seek the Darshans of the Goddess in large numbers. They also illuminate Diyas filled with ghee and offer them to the sacred river. It seems mesmerising to watch the river with millions of Diyas flowing over it.

Phool Dei:
This special festival is referred to as a harvesting celebration that is locally much known in Uttarakhand in the Spring season. It falls on the first day of the Chaitra mantra.

Olgia:
The festival epitomes the local culture of the region and is also known as Ghee Sankranti. Locals put ghee on their heads and consume it as well.

Garhwali Cuisines You Should Try

Char Dham yatra is mainly enveloped by the Garhwal region so Garhwali Food is exclusive and famous among the travellers. You will find these local delicious cuisines in Uttarakhand streets only and not elsewhere. So you must try them once whenever you go to Char Dham Yatra. Let me tell you, that you can find the below-mentioned cuisines in the basecamps of Char Dham Sites, nearby Hill Stations and in most developed cities like Haridwar and Dehradun.

Garhwali Meal
In some authentic theme restaurants of the pahadi region, you will get a proper Garhwali meal which will fill your appetite and satisfy your craving for eating something unique.
Having a complete Meal diet is the best option for diet-conscious people because the Desi Garhwali cuisines include only healthy, pure and locally grown cereals and vegetables.

• In a meal, generally, they serve Aloo-mooli ki Thechwani, palak ki kafuli, Phana, Chaunsa ki dal, with Mandua ki Roti, and sizzling rice.
• Another cuisine you can have as a starter or snack is Bhooda (mountainous pakoda) with Til ki chutney. Thhatwani, also known as Ras, is another dish often served with hot steaming rice.

Garhwali Desserts:
Some famous Garhwali desserts that will make you crave to eat more are Jhangora ki kheer, Bal Mithai, Kharbuja, Gulgula and Singori. You can try these sweets in Restaurants or in Bakeries.
Lastly, Pallar is a famous drink in Uttarakhand, which is consumed as a beverage, tastes good and contains nutritional value.