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Place of Origin
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Gangotri glacier, Uttaranchal |
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Length
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700 KM |
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Confluence
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Merges with River Alaknanda to form the Ganges at Deoprayag (Uttaranchal)
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Religious significance
The river is sacred to the Hindus and is named after Bhagiratha who is credited for bringing the river down to earth.
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Ecological significance
The Bhagirathi valley has a rich diversity of medicinal and aromatic plants ranging from sub-tropical to alpine species. It is also rich in wildlife.
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