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Lord Gautam Nag Yatra in Anantnag District in Jammu and Kashmir

Gautam Nag Yatra is organized to a sacred spot in Anantnag District in Jammu and Kashmir. The sacred place is dedicated to Goutam Rishi. Gautam Nag Yatra 2011 date is September 8. It is annually organized on the Ekadasi day during Bhadrapad Shukla Paksha. The place is also frequented by Amarnath Yatra devotees.

The popular belief is that Gautam Rishi meditated and did penance at Goutam Nag. The picturesque spot is noted for its fruit trees, spring and canals. There is a temple at the spot and a dharmashala.

Devotees take a holy dip at the waters here during the yatra.