Char Dham Yatra 2026: Opening and Closing Dates, and How the Season Works
The temples open on Akshaya Tritiya and close around Diwali. Here are the 2026 dates, why they move every year, and which months are actually comfortable to travel.

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The temples open on Akshaya Tritiya and close around Diwali. Here are the 2026 dates, why they move every year, and which months are actually comfortable to travel.
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