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The sacred Char Dham shrines open each year as the Himalayan snow melts. Here are the confirmed opening and closing dates for 2026.
The Char Dham Yatra, comprising Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, is one of India's most sacred pilgrimages. Each year, the temples open in April/May as the snow melts and close in October/November. For 2026, here are the confirmed dates and everything you need to plan your yatra.
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