Yamunotri Temple, Yamunotri Dham The Char Dham Yatra traditionally begins with a visit to Yamunotri Temple , the source of the holy Yamuna River. Located in the Western Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarkashi Distt. of Uttarakhand, Yamunotri is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty and the Yamunotri Temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Pilgrims undertake a trek to reach the temple, often taking a dip in the natural thermal springs that surround it, believed to have therapeutic properties. Trek distance of Yamunotri Dham is Approx. 6KM from Janki Chatti. Yamunotri Trekking the adventures and spiritual journey. Yamunotri Temple About Yamunotri Dham and its Significance At an altitude of about 3,291 meters, Yamunotri Dham, t he revered goddess Yamuna is said to be the daughter of Surya and twin sister of Yama (god of death); In the Vedas, Yamuna has been referred to as Yami (lady of life). It is said that dipping in the holy waters of Yamuna washes away all sins and protects from untim