Things to do & places to visit in Chardham Yatra, India

Chardham Yatra #38 destination in India 2023. Timezone: Asia/Kolkata, current date and time: Thursday, May 02, 2024, 22:09.

Top things to do (17)

• Day Trips
• Parks
• Taxis & Shuttles
• City Tours
• Speciality Museums
• Private Tours
• Islands
• Eco Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Stand Up Paddleboarding
• Religious Sites
• Bodies of Water
• Historic Sites
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Geologic Formations
• Sightseeing Tours
• Bridges

Top places to visit (21 attractions)

1. 5.0 Falana Tours and Travel (87 reviews)
   - Seamless and reliable
   Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Taxis & Shuttles
   
   
   Dear all Namaste .We are from Odisha puri and we operate Tour packages ,Hotel booking ,Corporate events ,Marriages etc . We always honor and respect towards all clents .Just give a chance to meet us . See more..
   
2. 5.0 Grass Routes Private Day Tours (82 reviews)
   - Special tour of Chattisgarh and Odisha
   Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM City Tours • Private Tours • Stand Up Paddleboarding
   
   
   We are just back from our second visit to the area organised by Grass Routes and it was just as good as the first. We ventured into Chattisgarrth this time, having started in Odisha. We visited lots of tribal villages and saw and photographed everyday life there as well as being treated to several traditional dance displays. We were thoroughly looked after by our driver and guide so all we had to do was enjoy the visit. We stayed in two heritage homestays which were small heritage palaces where the visit is very personal with the royal family. In both cases they will tell you all about their area and take you out and about. Claire and Pulak of Grass Routes do very well in determining what it is you want from your visit and make absolutely sure you get it - you aren't fobbed off with a fixed itinerary which doesn't suit. They also provided a very good quality vehicle and a most helpful and safe driver. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Speed Tours And Travels (73 reviews)
   - Really great experience
   Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM City Tours • Cultural Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Day Trips
   
   
   Travel experience was really good.. Good work by team Avul..they not only make their own schedule but also listen to your own plans in order to cover maximum points in given time. Marie who was there with us for 3 days was very good. Overall experience was really good, I highly recommend them for your planned trips within your budget with high level of satisfaction. See more..
   
4. 4.5 Dwarkadhish Temple (1.160 reviews)
   - A divine feeling and majestic architecture
   Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   The temple is the centre of attraction of Dwarka city and is one of the major Chardham in India which is of special significance for Hindus. The temple conducts various aartis from early morning 6:30 am and closes at 9:30pm sharp. All electronic gadgets, mobiles,shoes have to be essentially deposited for safe keep before entering the temple. A small walk inside the temple will take you to many smaller temples of various deities. It is worth it. You can buy prasad, gift items, etc from within the temple or outside the temple, where bargaining a hard way is must. All it needs is about 2 hours. See more..
   
5. 4.5 Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge (643 reviews)
   - An Engineering Marvel
   Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bridges
   
   
   Annai Indira Gandhi or Pamban Bridge connects Rameswaram Island with the main land. The Annai Indira Gandhi Road bridge was built right next to the Pamban Rail Bridge, connecting Rameshwaram to NH 49 on the mainland & is at a distance of 10 Kms from Rameshwaram town. The bridge was opened for traffic in 1914 and is one of the prime places to visit in Rameshwaram. It is the longest sea bridge in South India with a length of nearly 2.40 km and stands as a fine example of Indian architecture. The bridge was constructed with sufficient elevation for smooth passage of ships under it. The nearby islands and parallel old rail bridge can easily be viewed from this road bridge This bi-lane bridge allows you to glimpse the trains crossing the railway bridge as you drive over the bridge. The construction of this bridge has left many engineers wondering as it stands tall and strong even today.. See more..
   
6. 4.5 Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (472 reviews)
   - One of the twelve Jyotirlings
   Religious Sites
   
   
   This is one of the twelve Jyotirlings, situated in Dwarka. One can offer puja/abhishek here for a fee. For a couple it was Rs. 400. Puja thali also needs to be purchased here for which shops are set up inside the temple itself. If in Dwarka, do not miss it. See more..
   
7. 4.5 Nageshwar Shiva Temple (378 reviews)
   - Nageshwar temple one of theJyotirlingas.
   Religious Sites
   
   
   Visited temple second time many facilities now developed. Travellers or devotees visiting here throughout year. Pilgrimage Indian culture. People of senior s going pilgrimage is common. Months of travel by walk,By cart long back was common. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial (229 reviews)
   - Must visit to understand the life of Dr. Kalam
   Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   A well kept tribute to the one and only Dr Abdul Kalam. All memorabilia from his life, his certificates, attitre and personal belongings when he breathed his last. A life replica of him and the Agni missile. No photography allowed which is in a way good else the whole place would be blocked by selfie takers See more..
   
9. 4.5 Adam's Bridge - Rama Setu (164 reviews)
   - Life can be fulfilling !!
   Spent More than 3 hours Bridges • Geologic Formations
   
   
   I said in another review, you may not be allowed to go till the end point (or the actual start point) as the sand is very very soft. But I was determined to be there from the time I set my eyes on travelling to the Ram Setu. I so I did. Standing at the actual start point and realising that there was a bridge (in fact) put all my beliefs to test - who cares what the world says - it is immaterial - what mattered was that I was there and saw it with my own eyes and this life. I say that there was Ram Setu and there is still some left of it. Who built it, how the stones got together and floated, I may never know (may I don't want to) - but I am content with the fact that I am definitely among those very few living souls who reached the actual start point and came back redefined. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Bheem Pul (137 reviews)
    - Bheem pul
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Bheem pul is situated in mana village which is half an hour drive from Badrinath. This bridge constructed by Bheem by placing a large stone block on the river saraswati. Pandavs went to their swargarohini yatra from this place. Few metre away is the place were draupadi fell and dies. Must visit if you are in badrinath. See more..
    
11. 4.5 Bhadkeshwar Mahadev Mandir (132 reviews)
    - Beautiful divine experince
    Religious Sites
    
    
    we felt more peaceful, more calm here than in any other temple. You an experience the sunset with huge crowds and the high tide in evenings or absolutely no one and beautiful sunrise experience at low tide in the mornings. Both are unique. if you are tired of the crowds, visit this place in morning as it is usually deserted except for sunset time. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Tapt Kund (113 reviews)
    - Tapt Kund
    Religious Sites
    
    
    It is an hot spring, right next to Shri Badrinath temple. Even in icy cold temperature of -3 Celsius this will remain fuming hot. A miracle indeed, only this place has hot water in the vicinity where as every where its freezing cold. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Villoondi Tirtham (111 reviews)
    - The place of thirsty Sita-devi
    Bodies of Water • Religious Sites
    
    
    We planned previously to visit that place. We went and saw that teertham with great courage. For memory, I made my wife drunken a little water also. See more..
    
14. 4.0 Beyt Dwarika (554 reviews)
    - A reminder of Divine freindship
    Islands
    
    
    It's a small island about 4/5 km in sea. A small township with a small temple dedicated to Lord Krishna where he supposedly spent his personal life while ruling his kingdom of Dwarka. This place is supposed to be the meeting place of Lord Krishna with his childhood friend Sudama, who came with three fistful of popped rice as a gift for him. Hence people donate rice here expecting Lord Krishna to bestow them their wishes. The temple is reached by a ferry ride which can either be a shared common ride with hundreds of other visitors, or can be in a chartered boat for your family. The price for charter is 4500₹ to and fro. This helps in speeding up your visit, so that you can see more in less time. The island has a small market where eatables can be bought and small memorabilia can be bought. See more..
    
15. 4.0 Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam House (395 reviews)
    - Original Residence of Dr. Kalam
    Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
    
    
    This place where Dr APJ Abdul Kalam was born 15th October 1931. In this house his elder brother APJM Marakayar (101) years old lives here with his family. See more..
    
16. 4.0 Ruined Temple/Church of Dhanushkodi (378 reviews)
    - Ghost town
    Religious Sites
    
    
    Dhanushkodi, used to be one of the famous tourist spots with it's beaches, church, temples etc but after the cyclone hit the island in 1964, it completely ruined the island and people were devastated and had to leave. . After the cyclone, few bits and pieces of the church are left out. Few years later, people started visiting the island and some tourists were taking away the bricks from the remains.After so much of struggle from the locals, now the government have put up a banner stating "No one has the rights to break this stones, this is an offence and punishable". . Fifty five years have passed since the cyclone, it is slowly regaining it's popularity and tourists. During the visit one can still feel the history like what happened during the storm. See more..
    
17. 4.0 Agnitheertham (323 reviews)
    - Agnitheertham and 22 Kunda at Rameshwaram
    Bodies of Water • Religious Sites
    
    
    try to reach as early as possible as Rameshwaram temple closes at 1PM and truly it takes more than 45 min to finish the Holy water bathing. We missed Darshan and we came back at 3:30PM when temple opens. But the best is to see post bathing To start with 1. Sea Dip : around 15 min 2. Walking from Sea shore to 22 Kundas: 10 min 3. Heckling with the touts agreeing or avoiding is meaning less : just pay them 100 Rs per person and hire one.. it shirtens the time for queue 4. every Kunda ensure that the bag etc has been kept away from body so that they do not get wet 5.avoid taking mobile etc or take them in a polythene bage 6. after all Kunda bathing is over there is a separate dress change area 7. Rush to the temple after dress change Happy Visit See more..
    
18. 4.0 Rukshamanee Mandir (308 reviews)
    - Must visit near Dwarka Temple
    Religious Sites
    
    
    After visiting Dwaraka Temple, this is a must visit while enroute Beyt Dwarka. There is some story behind Dwarka temple, Rukshmanee temple and a "shaap" (curse). Temple pujaris will explain the story. There is a vast expanse of vacant land nearby with a Helipad. Not much crowded towards evening. See more..
    
19. 4.0 Hanuman Temple (260 reviews)
    - Panchmukhi Hanuman
    Religious Sites
    
    
    Panchmukhi Hanuman - must visit temple where you get to see the akhand jyoti and a hanuman statue which is claimed to be 700+ years old . You also have a person showing the floating stone demo. It is a must visit if in Rameshwaram See more..
    
20. 4.0 Gomti Ghat (254 reviews)
    - Scenic
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks • Religious Sites
    
    
    We had reached the Dwarkadhish Temple before 5:00 in the evening and the doors were scheduled to open only at 5:00. We had a lot of time to take a leisurely walk on the banks. Its quite well-kept. The beautification work is in progress. The water itself is very clean, despite the fact that a lot of devotees take holi dip before the darshan there. See more..
    
21. 4.0 Gandhamadhana Parvatham (174 reviews)
    - Must visit place, historically important place
    Religious Sites
    
    
    Legends say here lord sriram held meeting with sugreeva, hanuman ji etcs to discuss how to built ram setu, and also legend says from here only hanuman ji take leap towards lanka for search of sita devi, small temple but very attractive as from here u can have glimpse of whole pamban island rameshwaram temples and view is awesome. Many Steps will be present to reach top so for old people difficult to climb. Binoculars will be present rate is 10-20rs only u can see through binocular like temple and pamban island and as much as u can. Must visit place dont miss it. See more..