Driving the Road with Vertical Cliffs and No Guardrails to Gangotri

Gangotri is a small town located in the northern part of Uttarakhand, India, at an elevation of 3,415m (11,204ft) above sea level. The road to the town runs along vertical cliffs without guardrails.

Gangotri Road

Where Is Gangotri?

The town is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas, within Gangotri National Park, along the Bhagirathi river valley. The Bhagirathi is one of the headstreams of the Ganges.

How Long Is the Road to Gangotri?

The road to the town is fully paved since the 2020’s. It’s called NH 108. Starting from Sukki, the narrow high-altitude road is 29.1km (18.08 miles) long.

Is the Road to Gangotri Difficult?

The road is winding, narrow, and in some places, only wide enough for one vehicle. Many sections are bordered by steep drops of several hundred meters, with no guardrails for protection. Along the way, you'll pass a few villages and the abandoned Loharinag-Pala Hydro Power Project. There are tunnels that can be explored if you have a flashlight and don't mind climbing over gates. Some of the tunnels are flooded.
Pic: Sukanta Gupta

 

 

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