{"id":3010,"date":"2026-02-06T04:18:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T04:18:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aagmanrajasthantours.com\/blog\/?p=3010"},"modified":"2026-02-06T04:18:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T04:18:26","slug":"char-dham-temples-darshan-aarti-timings-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aagmanrajasthantours.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/char-dham-temples-darshan-aarti-timings-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Char Dham Temples Darshan & Aarti Timings 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Char Dham Yatra\u2014covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath<\/a><\/strong>\u2014is one of Hinduism\u2019s most sacred pilgrimages. Located in Uttarakhand, these temples are open only for a limited period each year, usually from late April\/early May until October or early November. Devotees plan their visit carefully to participate in darshan and the spiritually uplifting aartis held daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Yamunotri Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yamunotri, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna<\/strong>, marks the beginning of the Char Dham circuit for many pilgrims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Darshan Timings (2026 \u2013 Tentative):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Morning: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Afternoon\/Evening: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Aarti Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Morning Aarti:<\/strong> Around 6:30 AM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Evening Aarti:<\/strong> Around 7:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Pilgrims also perform rituals at Surya Kund<\/strong>, the hot water spring near the temple, where rice and potatoes are offered and cooked as prasad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      2. Gangotri Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Gangotri is devoted to Goddess Ganga<\/strong>, symbolizing purity and liberation. The temple sits along the banks of the Bhagirathi River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Darshan Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Morning: 6:15 AM to 2:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Evening: 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Aarti Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Mangala Aarti (Morning):<\/strong> Around 6:00 AM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sandhya Aarti (Evening):<\/strong> Around 7:30 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The evening aarti, performed with oil lamps against the backdrop of flowing river waters and snow-clad peaks, is a deeply serene experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          3. Kedarnath Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Situated at a high altitude, Kedarnath is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva<\/strong> and the most spiritually intense of the Char Dham shrines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Darshan Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Morning: 4:00 AM to 3:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Evening: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Aarti Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Mahabhishek & Morning Aarti:<\/strong> 4:00 AM \u2013 7:00 AM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Evening Aarti:<\/strong> Around 6:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Special rituals such as Rudrabhishek<\/strong> and Shiv Ashtotram<\/strong> are conducted in the early hours, making morning darshan particularly significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              4. Badrinath Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Badrinath, dedicated to Lord Vishnu<\/strong>, is the final dham of the yatra and one of the most organized in terms of temple rituals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Darshan Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Evening: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Aarti Timings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Abhishek (Morning):<\/strong> 4:30 AM \u2013 6:30 AM<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Geet Govind & Evening Aarti:<\/strong> Around 6:30 PM<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  The temple follows a detailed daily schedule including Mata Murti Puja<\/strong>, Bhog Aarti<\/strong>, and Shayan Aarti<\/strong>, offering devotees multiple opportunities for worship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  Important Notes for 2026 Pilgrims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • All timings are subject to change<\/strong> due to weather, special pujas, or administrative decisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Early morning darshan is generally less crowded and more spiritually immersive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Registration for the Char Dham Yatra is mandatory<\/strong> and should be completed before arrival.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Always plan buffer time, as high-altitude travel and unpredictable weather can affect schedules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Undertaking the Char Dham Yatra in 2026 is not just a journey across sacred geography\u2014it\u2019s a deeply personal spiritual experience shaped by devotion, patience, and awe. \ud83d\ude4f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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