Things to do in YamunotriSpiritual / Cultural

Surya Kund Hot Spring Ritual

Yamunotri

Cook potatoes and rice wrapped in cloth inside the boiling Surya Kund hot spring — a beloved tradition practiced by pilgrims at Yamunotri for centuries. The prasad cooked here is believed to carry divine blessings and is offered to the goddess before being consumed.

30–45 minutesFreeMorning, May–October

Pro tip from your tour advisor

Bring raw rice and potatoes from the market at Janki Chatti to participate in the ritual.