Hemkund Sahib

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Hemkund Sahib Tourism

Hemkund Sahib is situated at an altitude of 4,329 mts above sea level in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state. Hemkund literally suggests ‘lake of snow’ and the pristine water of this lake is as cold as snow. Numerous waterfalls, dense forest, enchanting view of the Himalayas, crystal clear lake and the holy Hemkund Sahib are the key highlights of this trekking trip. The weather changes very rapidly at Hemkund Sahib.

Perched at an elevation of 4,329 mts above sea level, Hemkund Saheb is the highest Gurudwara of Sikh community. Hemkunt Sahib is situated 6 km from Ghangharia. The star shaped Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara is made up of stone and concrete masonry and it is located on the shores of the pristine Hemkund. The circumference of the crystal clear Hemkund is 2 km. Ghangaria is the last human habitation centre on the way to Hemkund Sahib. Ghangharia (3,046 mts) is a scenic hamlet, situated 13 kms from Govindghat.

Hemkund Sahib Legend

According to myths and legends, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Govind Singhji meditated at Hemkund Sahib for years. A temple dedicated to Laxman, brother of Lord Rama is also located in the vicinity of the gurudwara.