Panchtarni

Panchtarni – The Final Stop Before the Divine Amarnath Darshan

Panchtarni, named after the confluence of five mythical streams, is the last major campsite on the Pahalgam route of the Amarnath Yatra. Surrounded by majestic Himalayan peaks and serene alpine meadows, this scenic spot offers a spiritually charged resting point for pilgrims before they ascend to the Holy Amarnath Cave.

According to legends, this is where Lord Shiva performed the Tandava dance, filling the landscape with divine energy. Panchtarni serves as a key halting station for yatris to acclimatize, rest, and prepare for the final leg of the sacred journey.

Key Highlights:

• Located approximately 6 km from the Amarnath Cave
• Offers basic tented accommodation and langar (free meals)
• Surrounded by breathtaking snow-capped mountains
• Helicopter services available to and from Panchtarni for added convenience

Whether you're trekking or arriving by helicopter, Panchtarni is a spiritually significant and scenic stop that marks the beginning of your final approach to one of Hinduism’s most sacred pilgrimage destinations.