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Tungnath and Chandrashilaतुंगनाथ और चंद्रशिला

The world's highest Shiva temple, and the Chandrashila summit above it. A steep climb from Chopta.

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WhereRudraprayag, Uttarakhand
Garhwal Himalaya
Kind of placePeak Treks, Pilgrimage Routes, Ridge & Range Treks, Temples & Shrines, High Passes & Snow
Best time to visit15 April to 15 June and 15 September to 15 November
Good seasonsSummer (March to May), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height3680 m above sea level
Time needed1 to 2 days
Base and nearbyChopta, Guptkashi
EntryFree · small forest entry fee at Chopta
ClosuresUsually closed 15 November to 20 April. The temple is closed through the heavy snow months and the deity is worshipped at Mukunath.

About Tungnath and Chandrashila

Tungnath is the highest Shiva temple in the world, at about 3,680 metres, and the third of the Panch Kedar. The path from Chopta is about 3.5 km and steep but well made, and Chandrashila, another 1.5 km above it, is the summit at around 4,000 metres with a close view of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Kedarnath peaks. The meadows of Chopta are known as the Mini Switzerland. The temple is shut when the snow comes, and winter treks need experience and a guide.

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Part of The Himalaya.

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