Chaitra Navratri has started from 02nd April. During this time people worship nine forms of Goddess Durga. People also like to visit various famous pilgrimages during the spring season. The weather is pleasant, which makes the trip a whole lot more enjoyable.
Many popular pilgrimage sites are located on top of hills, due to which many people find it difficult to visit these places. Despite having many ways to trek including palanquins and mules, it is a rough ride for the elders. To provide them easy access to these places, many states have come up with an interesting solution, a helicopter ride. You can visit the following pilgrimage sites by helicopter.
Vaishno Devi
Vaishno Devi located in Jammu is one of the major pilgrimage sites in India. It attracts thousands of tourists every month. The holy temple of Mata Vaishno is situated at the foothills of Trikuta mountain in Jammu and Kashmir. For devotees who cannot trek to the top, Himalayan Heli has helicopter services from Katra to Vaishno Devi. People can enjoy the panoramic view of the place by spending a nominal amount.
Kedarnath
Kedarnath is considered one of the four Dhams of India. Kedarnath Temple is a popular temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is said to be one of the toughest pilgrimage treks in India. However, now with many private and government helicopter services in Uttarakhand, the ride has become a lot easier. Bookings are starting from April this year, one can book a helicopter ride in advance to visit Kedarnath.
gangotri
Gangotri is another Dham which comes in the list of four important Dhams of India. Extensive road trips are not a piece of cake for everyone. Helicopter ride is one of the best ways to make the experience unforgettable. It may cost a little more than a road trip but will save you time and exhaustion. The private ride starts from Sahastradhara helipad located in Dehradun and stops at Harsil. From Harsil, devotees can be taken to the temple.
amaranth
The temple of Lord Shiva, Amarnath is located in Jammu and Kashmir. The place is popular for the natural ice Shivling which is formed automatically every year. People from all over the country visit the holy place. Shri Amarnath Shrine Board started helicopter rides many years back. People need to book their seats in advance which will take them to the temple and bring them back to the original destination.
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