Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganga, marks the origin of the sacred River Ganga. Located at an altitude of 3,100 meters in Uttarkashi, it is part of the Char Dham circuit. The temple is believed to be the spot where Ganga descended from heaven to earth. Built in the 18th century by a Gorkha commander, the temple opens in May and closes in late October. Pilgrims often perform rituals and prayers on the banks of the river to honor ancestors and seek spiritual cleansing. Nearby is the actual source, Gaumukh, accessible via a trek.