The Char Dham Yatra, meaning "pilgrimage to the four abodes," is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimages in India, encompassing four sacred sites in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand.

The pilgrimage includes visits to the holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, each dedicated to different deities. Yamunotri is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna, Gangotri to the goddess Ganga, Kedarnath to Lord Shiva, and Badrinath to Lord Vishnu. The journey traditionally begins from the west with Yamunotri and Gangotri, and then proceeds to the east with Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Pilgrims embark on this arduous journey seeking spiritual purification and blessings, often enduring challenging terrain and weather conditions. The Char Dham Yatra holds immense significance in Hinduism, offering devotees the opportunity to attain moksha (liberation) and cleanse themselves of sins.

The pilgrimage season typically lasts from April to November, coinciding with favorable weather conditions in the region. Despite the physical rigors of the journey, millions of devotees undertake the Char Dham Yatra every year, driven by faith and devotion to the divine.