Gangnani is a small town situated on Gangotri road. This is an ideal place for nature lovers and those looking for peace. There is a famous hot water kund in Gangnani, which is known as Rishikund. Most pilgrims take a dip in this natural sacred hot water kund before traveling to Gangotri. Here are different kund for both men and women to have a bath. There is a famous temple in Gangnani, which is dedicated to Rishi Parashara, the father of Maharishi Ved Vyas. Gangnani has a surrounding offers a spectacular view of the wonderful mountains, the snowy peaks and the beautiful valley.
.By Air
The nearest airport to Gangotri is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 268 km away from Gangotri.
By Train
The nearest railway station of Gangotri is Dehradun, which is about 242 km away from Gangotri.
By Road
Gangnani is located at a distance of about 52 km from Gangotri.
The best time to travel to the Gangnani is between from the months of September to November and April to Jun. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to heavy snowfall in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.