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:: CHOPTA :: |
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Chopta situated on the Gopeshwar-Ukhimath Road about 40 kms.
from Gopeshwar is at an altitude of about 2,900 m above sea
level. One of the most picturesque spots in the entire Garhwal
region, Chopta provides a breathtaking view of the Himalayan
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| Chopta is an unusual traveler destination
appropriate for trekking fans. It is also popular for
beautiful Himalayan sight with verdant green landscapes and
forest . It is surrounded through snow-clad mountains. |
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During summers the weather is
calm and pleasant. The feel of cool breeze and the view of
Himalayan peaks make the journey worth a visit. While in
monsoon it is covered with lush greenry and the tourists can
enjoy the sip of tea, gazing at the snow capped peaks at
Chopta during monsoons. Sometimes due to landslides the roads
get blocked. Raincoats are mandate in monsoon. During winters
the region is covered with snowfall this place gives a glimpse
of mini switzerland. The major attractions at this place
areTungnath Mandir, Chandrashila, Gopeshwar, Kanchula Korak
Musk Deer Sanctuary, Ukhimath and Deoria Tal. |
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Excursions from
Chopta |
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Tungnath Shiva Temple :
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Tungnath offers something to every one,
be it a hardcore devotee or an ardent nature lover or
adventurous lots. A mountain in the Chamoli district of
Uttranchal, Tunganath is an enchanting location where the
nature is fabulously adorned with pictorial vistas. Renowned
as one of the Panch Kedars, this rocky terrain boasts of the
obeisance of Shiva, the destroyer lord. |
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This is the winter seat of lord Kedarnath
and worship is done here during the winters when the temple of
Kedarnath remains closed. The temples of Usha and Anirudh,
Shiva and Parvati are worth a visit. |
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