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Rishi Jamdagni Temple
Rishi Jamdagni Temple is situated near the
Yamuna River
at
Than
Village of
Uttarkashi District
. The temple is dedicated to Sage
Jamdagni
, father of
Lord Parashuram
. Water from the
Gangayan Kund
- a holy tank located at
Gangnani
- is used for the rituals conducted in this shrine. The temple lies along the
Yamunotri
trek route and offers an excellent view of Bandarpunch range. Nearby destinations include
Kharadi Waterfall
,
Jankichatti
,
Gangotri
,
Surya Kund
,
Dharasu
and
Hanumanchatti
. The nearest airport is
Jolly Grant Airport
. The nearest
railway station
is at
Rishikesh
. It is well connected by road with
Barkot
.
Updated on 7th June, 2005
District:
Uttarkashi
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