Tungnath
Highest Shiva temple in the world, a 3.5 km trek from Chopta.
About Tungnath
Highest Shiva temple in the world, a 3.5 km trek from Chopta.
Top things to see and do in Tungnath include Tungnath Temple, Ravan Shila, Chandrashila viewpoint, Birdwatching on the Tungnath trail, Chopta base.
Nearby attractions in Tungnath
Tungnath Temple
Ravan Shila
Chandrashila viewpoint
Birdwatching on the Tungnath trail
Himalayan Monal, Koklass Pheasant and White-crested Laughingthrush can be seen on the climb.
Chopta base
Trek starts from Chopta, about 3.5 km one way.
Stays in Tungnath
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Nearby destinations
Chandrashila
Trek · 4000 m
Deoriatal
Lake · 2438 m
Ukhimath
Pilgrimage · 1311 m
Chopta
Hill Station · 2680 m
Chandrashila · 1 kmDeoriatal · 9 kmUkhimath · 12 kmChopta · 12 kmChamoli (Gopeshwar) · 13 kmGuptkashi · 14 kmMadhmaheshwar · 16 kmTrijuginarayan · 19 km
Frequently asked questions about Tungnath
What is the best time to visit Tungnath?
The best time to visit Tungnath is Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov, snow trek Dec–Feb. It sits at about 3680 metres above sea level.
How far is Tungnath from Dehradun?
Tungnath is roughly 115 km from Dehradun in a straight line; the road distance is longer on mountain roads, so plan extra travel time. Dehradun (Jolly Grant) is the nearest major airport for most of Garhwal, and Haridwar, Rishikesh and Kathgodam are the main railheads.
Where should I stay in Tungnath?
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What other places are near Tungnath?
Nearby destinations include Chandrashila, Deoriatal, Ukhimath, Chopta, Chamoli (Gopeshwar).