Tungnath peacefully adorned on the Chandranath Parvat is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the highest Panch Kedar temple of Uttarakhand. It is the third (Tritiya Kedar) in the pecking order of the Panch Kedars. Tungnath is perched at an elevation of 3,680 metres above sea level and is considered to be more than 1,000 years old.
| District | Rudraprayag |
| Nearest Railway | Rishikesh - 211 Kms |
| Nearest Airport | Jolly Grant Airport - 225 kms |
| Famous For | Shiva Temple- Panch Kedar - Trekking - Meadows - Trek - Trekking - Pilgrimage - Snow Trek |
| Altitude | 3680 metres above sea level |
| Languages | Hindi - Garhwali |
| Best Time to Visit | March to May and October and November |
Tungnath can be approached from Kund-Gopeshwar road up to Chopta about 212 kms from Rishikesh via the Chamoli-Gopeshwar-Chopta route. Buses and taxi service are easily available along the route. From Chopta, you have to take the short 3 km trek route to reach the Tungnath temple.
The Jolly Grant airport at 223 kms from Tungnath is the closest airport. Jolly Grant Airport is well connected to Delhi with daily flights.
Rishikesh railway station located at a distance of 205 kms from Tungnath is the nearest.
Chandrashila is the peak of the ridge hosting the famous Tungnath temple. It literally means "Moon Rock". It is located at a height of about 4,000 metres (13,000 ft) above sea level. This peak provides enchanting vistas of the Himalayas, including Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peaks. There are various legends associated with this place. Chandrashila treks are one of the most popular treks among trekkers seeking the beauty of nature sans the crowd.
Chopta is a small region of meadows and evergreen forest area which is a part of kedarnath wildlife sanctuary located in Uttarakhand state, India and a base for trekking to Tungnath, third temple of Panch Kedar, which lies 3.5 kilometres away. Chopta is a picturesque hamlet which is still unexplored by travelers, is also famous as "Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand". Wake up with cool salubrious breeze and chirping of birds in Chopta which is a far cry from the blaring horns of the cities.
At an Altitude of 2387mts, Deoria Lake is situated on Ukhimath-Chopta road. The lake is surrounded by snow covered hills of Chaukhamba range. Deoria Lake is an attraction for trek-lovers and for one who loves camping. Deoria Tal is surrounded by verdant forests and offers refreshing views of snow-clad peaks at the backdrop. Deoria Tal offers a clear 300-degree view of the majestic peaks of the Chaukhamba, Nikantha, Bandarpoonch, Kedar Range and Kalang
Dugalbitta is a serene Himalayan hamlet near Chopta in Uttarakhand, known for stunning views, trekking base, and birdwatching, offering a peaceful escape with lush forests, snow-capped peaks, and opportunities for nature walks, camping, and exploring nearby treks to Tungnath and Chandrashila, especially popular for its winter snow and accessible base for Panch Kedar circuits.
Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary is the house of the famous Musk Deer. This place also has an abundance of lush green vegetation, a lot of varieties of which are claimed by locals to have not even been scientifically classified yet. This place, situated 7km from Chopta on Chopta – Gopeshwar road is spread over an area of 5 square kilometres. It is an ideal place for animal lovers and those looking for rare Himalayan wildlife.
Sari Village is a scenic hamlet at a distance of about 20 km before Chopta hill station. The village is enclosed by oak and rhododendron trees and resides calmly in the lap of the Himalayas. Sari village or Saari Gaon is the base camp for a very beautiful lake Deorial Tal which is only 2.5 kilometers away from here. Many times when all the hotels in Chopta are closed due to snowfall, then you can get hotels and homestays in Sari Region for your stay.
Tungnath Temple, located in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district, is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the third of the five sacred Panch Kedar shrines, famous for its stunning Himalayan views and challenging trek from Chopta. Believed to be thousands of years old and built by the Pandavas, it's dedicated to Lord Shiva, where his arms are worshipped.
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