Gangotri Temple Opening & Closing Dates
Gangotri Dham Shrine Doors Opening in 2024
Ganga is not merely a river but is respected and worshipped as a mother by Hindus in Gangotri Temple. The Gangotri Temple, which is part of Uttarakhand's Char Dham, opens after staying closed for six winter months. The auspicious event of Gangotri temple Yatra's Opening & Closing is of significant importance and attracts devotees to worship on the first day of the gates opening.
When does Gangotri Temple Open for Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand?
The gates of Gangotri temple are opened on the day of Akshay Tritiya, which falls in April/May. This auspicious moment is witnessed by hundreds of devotees.
The ceremony on the opening date of Shri Gangotri Dham temple begins with a divine bath of the idol of Goddess Ganga once in the Bhagirathi River (one of the two main headstreams of Ganga River) and then in the temple. Then the ritual of revered abhishek is performed in which milk, honey, and curd are offered to the Goddess. A flag with the image of Goddess Ganga is hoisted on the temple. Further, a grand Ganga aarti is performed on the riverbank in the dusk. The mesmerizing and devoted atmosphere on the day of the commencing of Gangotri Temple is a must-visit event.
When does the Gangotri Temple shrine in Uttarakhand, Himalayas, close?
The Gangotri temple is closed in the months of October/November, usually a day or two days after Diwali. The official announcement for the closing date of the Gangotri temple is done one month before closing.
It is the festival of Govardhan pooja or Bhai Dooj, which marks the closing day of Gangotri Temple. On the closing day, a line of oil lamps (divine light) is lit in the temple with grand pooja and Ganga aarti in the evening. The closing of the door is signaling the conclusion of the pilgrimage season of Gangotri Temple. For the months that the temple is closed, Mukhwa serves as the winter seat of Goddess Ganga, where she is worshipped till the next opening season arrives.
Gangotri Temple Opening & Closing Dates 2024
Opening Date | 10 May 2024 (Akshay Tritiya) |
Closing Date | 02 November 2024 (Yama Dwitiya/Bhai Dooj) |
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