Pilgrims Visit holy cave shrine of Amarnath; See Visuals

Published: Thursday, July 6, 2023, 10:40 [IST]

Every year, thousands of pilgrims embark on a sacred journey to visit the holy cave shrine of Amarnath. Located in the beautiful state of Jammu and Kashmir in India, the Amarnath cave holds immense religious significance for Hindus. The pilgrimage usually takes place during the months of June to August, which is considered the most auspicious time to visit the cave.

Pilgrims Visit holy cave shrine of Amarnath; See Visuals

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Pilgrims near the holy cave shrine of Amarnath, Thursday, July 6, 2023.

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Pilgrims near the holy cave shrine of Amarnath, Thursday, July 6, 2023.

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Pilgrims near the holy cave shrine of Amarnath, Thursday, July 6, 2023.

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Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar visits the Amarnath cave shrine during the annual Amarnath Yatra, in Anantnag, Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

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Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar visits the Amarnath cave shrine during the annual Amarnath Yatra, in Anantnag, Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

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Pilgrims walk towards the holy cave shrine of Amarnath, in Baltal, Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

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Pilgrims on their way to the holy cave shrine during the Amarnath Yatra, in Baltal, Jammu and Kashmir, Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police’s Mountaineering Rescue Team (MRT) provides oxygen to a pilgrim during the annual Amarnath Yatra, in Pahalgam district, Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

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Pilgrims during the annual 'Amarnath Yatra' at Baltal base camp, in Ganderbal district, Tuesday, July 4, 2023.