Gaumukh Trek
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Gangotri to Gaumukh Trek Guide
The trek from Gangotri to Gaumukh is one of the most spiritually powerful and visually breathtaking journeys in the Indian Himalayas. It is not just a trekking route : it is a sacred path that leads to the origin of the holy River Ganga. For pilgrims, it is a spiritual yatra. For trekkers, it is…
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Gaumukh Glacier Trek Guide 2026
What Is Gaumukh Glacier? Gaumukh is the main snout of the Gangotri Glacier and is considered the physical source of the River Ganga. The glacier is approximately 30 km long and is located high in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Spiritually, the origin of the Ganga is associated with Gangotri Temple, but geographically, the river…