The Char Dhams of Uttarakhand were earlier known as Chota Char Dham and they have gained mammoth religious and spiritual significance over the years. The journey to the four destinations of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath (the Chota Char Dhams) demands arduous trekking, steep climbs and expeditions amongst dizzying heights. However, the rewards are spiritually priceless as these place
s offer a priceless glimpse into eternity and promise to cleanse away all past sins. Thousands of pilgrims and spiritual seekers visit the Char Dham from across the world to bask in its holy aura. Importance of the Char Dham Journey
It is believed that existence in this corrupt world constantly burdens the soul with sin and vagary, both of which takes the soul further and further away from its creator. Thus, humans remain trapped in the vicious cycle of life and death and are unable to attain Moksha or Salvation. The journey to the Char Dham of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath is a rare chance to wash away the sins acquired in this life as well as the past life cycles, thus paving the way for Moksha. Even if one is not religiously inclined, there are plenty of medical and scientific reasons behind the popularity of the Char Dham tour. All the shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri, Gangotri are all located in pristine high altitude hills and all the journeys require considerable physical exertion and exercise. The exertion encountered during these journeys flood the body with energy and helps shed off excess weight while re-vitalising all metabolic processes. Another great reason behind the importance of Char Dham Yatra is the chance to see unbelievable natural bounty with sparkling streams, lovely rivers and lofty mountains sprouting waterfalls. The combination of the beautiful scenery and sacred atmosphere infused with shlokas, holy chants and jingling temple bells floods the mind and soul with positivity and regularises the body. A visitor to the Char Dham will automatically feel the emotions of hope, positivity and love embracing his/ her mind.
