About Tungnath, Chandrshila
History of Tungnath Temple
Tungnath is a Himalayan temple complex located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It is the highest temple of Lord Shiva in the world, and is one of the Panch Kedar temples, the five sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Tungnath is located at an altitude of 3,680 meters (12,073 feet) above sea level. Chandrashila is a peak located in the same district and is a popular trekking destination. It is located at an altitude of 4,000 meters (13,123 feet) above sea level. The trek to Chandrashila is usually taken as an extension of the Tungnath trek and offers beautiful views of the Himalayan range. Both Tungnath and Chandrashila are popular among trekkers and pilgrimage.
The Tungnath temple is said to be over 1000 years old and has a rich history associated with it. According to Hindu mythology, the temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavas, the five brothers from the Indian epic Mahabharata, during their exile. The temple is also said to have been visited by the sage Vyasa and the Pandava prince Bhima, who was said to have worshipped Lord Shiva at the temple.
The temple is also believed to be one of the five sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, known as the Panch Kedar temples. According to legend, the Pandavas built these five temples as atonement for their sins after the great war in the Mahabharata. The other four temples in the Panch Kedar group are Kedarnath, Madhyamaheshwar, Rudranath, and Kalpeshwar.
The temple has been rebuilt several times over the centuries and the present structure is said to have been built in the 19th century. The temple is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and is visited by thousands of devotees every year during the Char Dham Yatra, which includes a visit to the four sacred shrines of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.
The temple remains open for the visitors only during the months of April to November.
Hotels Near Chopta
There are several hotels and resorts available near Chopta, some of them are:
1. Lake haven Resort – It is an eco-friendly property located near by Chopta, called Sari Village. Chopta is 14km far from Chopta. Sari is a small village in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It is located in the Indian Himalayas and is known for its natural beauty and proximity to several trekking and tourist destinations such as Chopta, and Tungnath. There are several hotels and resorts in the area, many of which offer views of the Himalayas.