Yamunothri to Janaki Chatti to Hanuman Chatti to Barkot
From Janaki Chatti downhill trek was less than 4 hrs about 6 km one way. I was very nervous when the Doli carriers started running down the hill on wet ground. We saw some of our fellow passengers on ponies. The ponies had their own mind. One pony tried to be friendly with a fellow pony and another got into a fight with another. The ones riding the ponies as well the two of us were really afraid that they all would fall into the gorge!! The road was so narrow. I think the walkers (hikers?) were in the safest position.
The time taken was less for myself and Nirmala since we took the Doli to reach Janaki Chatti. At Yamunotri we took a holy dip in natural hot water spring and then performed Pooja (prayers) and Holy Darshan of Goddess Yamuna. Later we returned to Janaki Chatti and drove back to Barkot. We were so relieved to be back (home!!!)
Overnight stay was at Barkot. The Garhwal (GMVN) travel accommodation was very comfortable. All our suitcases were carried by the helpers and were left in the lobby. Each of us identified our baggage and took them to our respective rooms. Hot milk was available for a fee in the attached restaurant.
For tranquility and meditation and peace of mind, this was a good starting point.
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