Hanuman Chatti Travel Guide (Char Dham)

The Hanuman Chatti lies near the confluence of two rivers, Yamuna and Hanuman Ganga. Numerous shrines are situated around Hanuman Chatti, which is also a popular trekking site. The word "chatti" used to be a night halting place for pilgrims.

The most noteworthy amongst the temples is the one dedicated to Hanuman. It is not a very towering structure and is about 6 feet tall. One of the most striking features of this Hanuman temple that you should definitely take note of on your Tour to Hanuman Chatti is the overlapping courses of stone that has resulted in the entire formation. Within the interiors of the temple there is an impressive image of Lord Hanuman carrying a mountain.

To the left of the temple there is a Samadhi or burial shrine. It is that of Himalaya Giri, a saint who lived and meditated in Hanuman Chatti. Hindus generally cremate their dead; however this trend is not followed in case of ascetics who are believed to have shed their worldly ties long ago and consequently not subject to what is mean for the commoners. On top of the shrine there is a Shiva Linga. The obvious implication is that the people revere the saint as Lord Shiva himself.

Mythology / Importance Of Hanuman Chatti

According to some legends, Draupadi and Pandavas were wondering in the Himalayas during their exile period, a lotus flower slipped into Draupadi’s hands. After seeing the flowers beauty Draupadi requested Bheem to bring more Lotuses for her. Bheem was always wanted to see his wife happy, he went many places but fail to find the lotuses. Then he decided to take the trail where an old monkey was lying with his tail obstructing the path. Bhima asked the monkey to move his tail, but the monkey said, he was too old and tired to give him the way, so he can lift his tail and place it on the other side if he wants to move forward.

Bheem tried many attempts but failed to move the tail of that old moneky. On failing miserably, Bhima was left in awe of the strength of the monkey’s tail and realized that it was not an ordinary monkey. Bhima then requested the monkey to reveal his true self. After noticing that Bhima’s arrogance had succumbed, the monkey said, “I am Hanuman, son of the Wind, your elder brother”. Then Bhima realized his mistake and sought forgiveness from Hanuman. Lord Hanuman accepted his apology, give blessings on his brother and told him the way to Kubera’s garden, where he could find the flower. Hence, the place was named Hanumanchatti in honor of the Lord Hanuman.

Places To Visit In Hanuman Chatti

• Janki Chatti:- It is a small town located on the way to Yamunotri Temple, famous for its many hot water springs, and it is located at a distance of around three kilometers from Yamunotri.
• Yamunotri:- The sacred shrine of Yamunotri, source of the river Yamuna, is the westernmost shrine in the Garhwal Himalayas, perched atop a flank of Bandar Poonch Parvat.
• Uttarkashi:– Uttarkashi means Kashi of the north, is a holy town in Uttarakhand, India. It is the district headquarter of Uttarkashi district. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi at an altitude of 1352 m above sea level.
• SayanaChatti:- It is a small place located on the Bakot-Yamunotri Road. Sayanachatti is at the altitude of 2016 mts with some good views.
• Barkot:- It is a small town located 40 kms from Dharasu and is beautifully landscaped all around. Ranging from the apple orchards to the great Himalayan ranges and the snow peaks of Bandarpuch, this destination paints a picture irresistible for a travel enthusiast.

Char Dham Distance Chart From Hanumanchatti

Hanumanchatti is a small hamlet on the way to Yamunotri, and act as a halting places for pigrims during their Char Dham Yatra. Many sanyasis from the Jhuna Akhara choose Hanuman Chatti as their place of residence in the pilgrim season.

Hanumanchatti – Yamunotri
Distance:– 13 kms
Time:– 1 hrs
Route:– Hanumanchatti – Jankichatti – Yamunotri

Hanumanchatti – Gangotri
Distance:– 214 kms
Time:– 7 hrs
Route:– Hanumanchatti – Sayanchatti – Barkot – Dharasu – Uttarkashi – Harsil – Dharali – Gangotri

Hanumanchatti – Kedarnath
Distance:– 432 kms
Time:– 17 hrs
Route:– Janki Chatti –Sayanchatti – Barkot – Dharasu – Chinyalisour – Tehri – Srinagar –Rudraprayag – Augustmuni – Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath

Hanumanchatti – Badrinath
Distance:– 400 kms
Time:– 15 hrs
Route:– Hanumanchatti – Sayanchatti – Barkot – Dharasu – Chinyalisour – Tehri –Tehri –Srinagar – Rudraprayag –Karnaprayag –Nandprayag – Pipalkoti –Joshimath – Govindghat – Pandukeshwar – Hanuman Chatti – Badrinath

Top 5 Places To Stay In Hanuman Chatti

There are few options for accommodation in Hanuman Chatti during Char Dham Yatra. Following is the list of hotels, resorts, guest houses in Hanuman Chatti.

1) Arvind Annexe
It is one of the popular hotels in Janki Chatti. It offers all the essential facilities like 24 hours water supply Laundery service, doctor on call, telephone etc. It has 20-25 well maintained rooms.
Address:- Hotel Arvind Annexe, Jankichatti, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand.

2) Hotel Bahuguna Palace
It is a deluxe hotel situated on the route of Yamunotri temple and it is very close to Yamunotri. It has 20 well maintained rooms for their guests.
Address:– Hotel Bahuguna Palace, Jankichatti, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand.

3) GMVN Hanuman Chatti Guest House, Yamunotri
It is a budget rest house in Yamunotri which provides the best stay for the pilgrims of Yamunotri temple. It is an ideal accommodation for individual, families and group.
Address:– GMVN Tourist Rest House Hanuman Chatti, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, India.

4) Yamuna Kriti Cottage
This beautiful hotel brings you close to the nature, it is surrounded by beautiful view. It offers all the essential facilities to its guests.
Address:– Near Yamnotri Range, Kharsali, Uttarkashi.

5) Camp Nirvana, Yamunotri
It provied the luxury tented accommodation to the pilgrims of Chardham Yatra or Yamunotri Temple. This luxury camp is beautifully set up on the banks of Yamuna river.
Address:– Camp Nirvana Yamunotri, Gangani (Barkot – Yamunotri Highway), Barkot, District – Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand).

How To Reach Hanumanchatti

Hanuman Chatti well connected by motorable roads but the place does not have any airports and railway stations. You can easily travel here by using public transport as well as by driving your own vehicle.

Route 1:- Delhi – Hanumanchatti via Haridwar

By Road:– Hanuman Chatti is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for traveling to Hanumanchatti from Delhi via Haridwar. You can also drive your car to travel Hanumanchatti.

Hanumanchatti does not have any railway station & its own airport. Tourists can reach Haridwar via train then hire taxi, cab or local bus to reach Hanumanchatti. It will take approximately 7 hours to reach Hanumanchatti.

Route 2:- Delhi – HanumanChatti via Dehradun

By Road:– Hanumanchatti is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for traveling to Hanumanchatti from Delhi via Dehradun. You can also drive your car to travel Hanuman Chatti.

Hanumanchatti does not have any railway station & its own airport. Tourists can reach Dehradun via train or air then hire taxi, cab or local bus to reach Hanumanchatti. It will take approximately 6 hours to reach Hanumanchatti.