Chopta, Uttarakhand
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An all-season destination, Chopta is a favourite with nature lovers and hikers. At nearly 8900 feet above sea level, it is surrounded by large mountains and lush green grasslands. Come winter and all the green around turns into white. If you are a trekking enthusiast, then Chopta has some memorable routes leading to sacred temples. If you are a bird lover, then Chopta is home to more than 200 native and migratory bird species. If you are a simple nature-loving tourist, then Chopta has many quiet trails that snake through the enchanting woods and beautiful grasslands showcasing the rich natural splendour. Chopta is a great place to lose yourself in nature and come back revitalised with refreshing memories of the morning rays of the sun changing the white Himalayas to Saffron. November to May is the best time to visit Chopta. It is located approximately 210 kilometres from Rishikesh. Nearest rail station is at Haridwar about 230 kilometres away and the nearest air link is at Dehradun, 240 kilometres away.
Nearby Places to See
Ukhimath
At 31 kilometres from Chopta, Ukhimath is known for the ancient temple of Omkareshwar and this temple is the winter worship centre of Kedarnath. Apart from this, the town is known for many other ancient temples.
At 31 kilometres from Chopta, Ukhimath is known for the ancient temple of Omkareshwar and this temple is the winter worship centre of Kedarnath. Apart from this, the town is known for many other ancient temples.
Deori Tal
Located nearly 25 kilometres away from Chopta, Deori Tal is a lake that is worth a visit during monsoon and winter. Tourists usually camp here to enjoy the evenings and the walk around the grasslands nearby.
Located nearly 25 kilometres away from Chopta, Deori Tal is a lake that is worth a visit during monsoon and winter. Tourists usually camp here to enjoy the evenings and the walk around the grasslands nearby.
Chandrashila Temple
This temple is the peak above the Tunganath temple. A steep hike of 1.5 kilometres from Tunganath temple leads to Chandrashila. A panoramic view of the several Himalayan peaks is available here. The ancient temple made of stones is simple and dedicated to Goddess Ganga at a height of 12110 feet. This trek is the most famous trek route in Chopta.
This temple is the peak above the Tunganath temple. A steep hike of 1.5 kilometres from Tunganath temple leads to Chandrashila. A panoramic view of the several Himalayan peaks is available here. The ancient temple made of stones is simple and dedicated to Goddess Ganga at a height of 12110 feet. This trek is the most famous trek route in Chopta.
Tunganath
It is the world’s highest Shiva temple at a distance of nearly 4 kilometres hike from Chopta. The spectacular views of the hills and the Himalayan valleys is what draws more trekkers to this point apart from religious values. Tunganath temple is situated approximately 12000 feet above sea level.
It is the world’s highest Shiva temple at a distance of nearly 4 kilometres hike from Chopta. The spectacular views of the hills and the Himalayan valleys is what draws more trekkers to this point apart from religious values. Tunganath temple is situated approximately 12000 feet above sea level.
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