Hindu pilgrimage routes
In Hinduism a pilgrimage is called a yatra. It leads to temples, sacred mountains and rivers, often on fixed dates in the year. The number of participants is huge, and millions come together at some festivals.
6 routes and places
| Route | Length | Duration | Difficulty | Best time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narmada Parikrama | at least 2,600 km | traditionally over 3 years | hard | October to March |
| Pandharpur Wari | around 240 km | 21 days | moderate | June and July |
| Kailash Kora | around 52 km | 3 days | hard | May, June, September |
| Kedarnath | around 16 km from Gaurikund | 1 to 2 days | hard | May to June, September and October |
| Vaishno Devi | around 13 km from Katra | 1 day | moderate | March to October |
| Adam's Peak | around 7 km | one night | moderate | December to May |
