Gautam Rishi Temple in New Tehri, Uttarakhand

Gautam Rishi Temple is a famous temple near the New Tehri of Tehri district. This temple is dedicated to Gautam Rishi. Gautam Rishi is one of the Saptarishis, which was a devotee of Lord Shiva. The statue of Gautam Rishi has been established inside this temple. This temple is considered as a holy place. The lake is considered to be very sacred near this temple. Take dipping in the water of this lake is equivalent to take the dip into the Ganges river. This temple has a great religious significance. During the trip to New Tehri, tourists visit in this holy temple. Gautam Rishi Temple is one of the main religious centres of attraction in New Tehri.

How To Reach Gautam Rishi Temple

By Air

The nearest airport of New Tehri is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 86 km from New Tehri. 

By Train

The nearest railway station of New Tehri is Rishikesh, which is about 72 km from New Tehri.

By Road

Gautam Rishi Temple is located at a distance of about 10 km from New Tehri.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Gautam Rishi Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to April. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills 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.