8 Toughest Pilgrimage Journeys In India

Amarnath Yatra

Located in the Himalayas at 3,888 meters, the trek to the Amarnath Cave is a strenuous journey for devotees seeking to witness the sacred ice Shivling

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

This pilgrimage to Mount Kailash in Tibet, believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva, is a challenging journey due to high altitudes and harsh terrains

Vaishno Devi

Situated in Jammu and Kashmir's Trikuta Mountains, the 12-kilometer trek to the Vaishno Devi temple is a test of devotion and stamina

Covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in Uttarakhand, this pilgrimage demands physical and spiritual resilience in its mountainous terrains

Char Dham Yatra

Sabarimala

The Sabarimala pilgrimage in Kerala involves a rigorous trek through dense forests to reach the temple of Lord Ayyappa, especially during the peak season

Hemkund Sahib

At 4,632 meters in Uttarakhand, Hemkund Sahib is a Sikh pilgrimage that requires a challenging trek through the picturesque Valley of Flowers

Tirupati Balaji

While accessible by road, many devotees choose to climb the 3,500 steps to reach the temple of Lord Venkateswara in Andhra Pradesh as a sign of devotion

Ratha Yatra in Puri

The festival in Puri, Odisha, involves pulling massive chariots of deities, offering a unique physical challenge and spiritual experience