The ancient history of Yamunotri Temple is steeped into mythology and legends. According to mythology Yamuna River is the daughter of Lord Sun, and she is the twin of Lord Yam, who is the God of Death. It is believed that Yamuna River made a promise to her brother Yamraj that whoever takes a bath in the Yamuna River all his sins will be washed away and protected from untimely death. Because of this story, Hindus Believe that Goddess Yamuna is very kind-hearted, and dipping in her water gives surety to the devotees who do not have to suffer any torture of Yamloka (where Lord Yam lives).

Yamunotri Dham Visesh Pap Mukti Maha Puja