Located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, Gangotri Dham is one of the four Chota Dham sites in India. The temple holds immense significance for Hindu devotees. The Gangotri Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage to the Gangotri temple<\/a>, is a journey of self-introspection. Being an integral part of the Chardham Yatra<\/a> in Hinduism, devotees from all over India visit Gangotri Dham to get the divine blessings of the river goddess Ganga, the soul purifier and the giver of life.<\/p>\n Typically, the sacred portal of Gangotri Dham opens on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya, which is celebrated on 19 April 2026. The closure of the portal of\u00a0 Gangotri Dham<\/a> takes place on the day following Diwali, which is November 1st, 2026.\u00a0 The temple portal opening ceremony is a special pooja for goddess Ganga which is conducted in the temple premises and along the river banks.\u00a0 Due to heavy snowfall, the temple of Gangotri remains closed throughout winter. The deity of Ma Ganga is transferred to Mukhba Village which is located near Harsil.<\/p>\n
Temple<\/strong><\/td>\n| Opening Date <\/strong><\/td>\n | Closing Date <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Gangotri Temple<\/strong><\/td>\n | 19 April 2026 at 12:35 PM<\/td>\n | 1st Nov 2026 (the next day of Diwali)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n | |