Places To Visit In Chopta

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5 Places To Visit In Chopta

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1. Tungnath Temple

Tungnath Temple
Top Attraction 3.5 /5

3 km from city center

Temple

The Panch Kedar are the five shrines of Lord Shiva, established by the Shaivite sect. The highest one of them, the Tungnath Temple, is located at a literally breathtaking elevation of 3860 meters.

2. Deori Tal

Deori Tal
3.1 /5

21 km from city center

Lake

Deoria Tal is a lake located on the Ukhimath-Gopeshwar road, reached by a 2 km trek through Sari Village. The trail passes through the village, offering a glimpse of local daily life along the way.

3. Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek

Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek
3.6 /5

23 km from city center

The Tungnath-Chandrashila Trek begins in Chopta and is one of the easier treks in the Himalayan region, making it a good choice for first-timers. The trail passes through forests of pine, deodar, and rhododendron, leading up to the Tungnath Temple, one of the highest Shiva temples in the world, before continuing to the Chandrashila summit for panoramic Himalayan views.

4. Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary

Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary
3.1 /5

25 km from city center

Wildlife

Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary is home to the musk deer as well as an abundance of lush green vegetation, with many plant varieties that locals say have not yet been scientifically classified.

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5. Ukhimath

Ukhimath
3.1 /5

28 km from city center

Temple

Ukhimath is a destination for the devout and the followers of Hindu mythology, but everyone is welcome. As said, Ukhimath is the winter seat of Lord Kedarnath, who is temporarily shifted every year from Kedarnath, that snows in heavily during winters and unfit for travel.

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Can you suggest an itinerary for Chopta?

Day 1 - Start your trip by enjoying the local cuisine. Walk around Chopta and explore Deoria Tal and the wilderness after.
Day 2 - Start your day early with a trek to Tungnath Temple. Camp there for the night and enjoy the majestic view, surrounded by flora and fauna.
Day 3 - Trek up from Tungnath to Chandrashilla. Enjoy and take pictures of the view from there. On your way back, you should definitely visit Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary. 

How can I commute within Chopta?

Intercity commuting is absolutely covered by private cab/taxi services, available for hire within the city
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