Chandrashila is a very beautiful place situated at an altitude of 13,100 feet. Where there is a temple made of small stones in which there is a statue of the Goddess and there is also a little distance between Shiva. From here you can see 360-degree views all around. 500 meters before Chandrashila, from where we come, the temple of Lord Shiva named Tunganath is the highest Shiva temple in the world and is one of the five and the highest Panch Kedar temples located in the mountain range of Tunganath in Rudraprayag district, in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. The Tunganath (literal meaning: Lord of the peaks) mountains form the Mandakini and Alaknanda river valleys.

      Deoria Tal (also Devaria’ or ‘Deoriya) is a lake about 3 km (1.9 mi) from the villages of Mastura and Sari on the Ukhimath-Chopta road in Uttarakhand. At an altitude of 2,438 meters (7,999 ft), it has heavily wooded, lush green surroundings with snow-covered mountains (Chaukhamba is one of them) in the backdrop.

About location:

      Located on the Chandranath Parvat in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Chandrashila is one of the peaceful place. It’s the best location for the view of all Himalaya ranges.

History & recent tale:

      Chandrashila is already a religious place for the people of the villages around Chopta. Here, people come from faraway areas to worship Lord Shiva and Chandrashila Devi.

      The temple is believed to be 1000 years old and is the third (Tritiya Kedar) in the pecking order of the Panch Kedars. It has a rich legend linked to the Pandavas, heroes of the Mahabharata epic. Tung is a Sanskrit name which also means arms and Nath word present to lord Shiva. Since this place worshiped and dedicated to lord Shiva in the form of arm of lord Shiva.

      As per the legend and local belief, this temple is associated with the Pandava brothers, at the time of their exile, of Mahabharata. Pandavas after the great battle of Kurukshetra realized that they needed the blessings of Lord Shiva for their deliverance. But Lord Shiva was not willing and so evaded them. To avoid Pandavas, he dived into the ground leaving his hump on the surface. Yudishter, the eldest brother of Pandavas built a temple there and worshiped.

      The remaining portion of Lord Shiva reappeared at four other places. It is said that the Head of Lord Shiva appeared at Pashupatinath which is in Nepal, the thighs appeared at Tungnath where Arjuna built a temple and worshiped, the middle portion at Madmaheshwar where Bhima built a temple and the lock with head appeared at Kalpeshwar where Nakula, one of the brothers of Pandavas worshipped. Therefore these places are known as the Panch Kedars. Also another legend states that Ravana performed penance in order to please Lord Shiva at this site.

      This places is known as Tungnath. Chopta, Tungnath, Chandrashila is an extremely picturesque trek in the Garhwal Himalayas and it can be undertaken throughout the year. The Chopta Chandrashila trek 2017, which can be journeyed all throughout the year, is considered as one of the best moderate treks in the Indian Himalayan.

It is considered one of Shiva’s religious places, where all the people have been performing puja for centuries, but now this place has become a picnic spot from a religious tourist destination. Here for worshiping tourist is coming less rather comes more than enjoying his private life and also polluting every sacred place in peaceful area. Some people are polluting the peaceful place of every holy place with filth and noise.

Trek Information:

Region: Rudraprayag district (Uttarakhand)

Trek duration: 3 Night / 4 Days

Difficulty Grade: Easy to moderate

Max. altitude: 13,100 Feet

Hike distance: 3 km & 4 km

Driving distance: 239 km

Journey route:

Driving: Dehradun / Rishikesh – Sari village – Chopta
Trekking: Sari village – Deoriataal & Chopta – Chandrashila 

Additional information:

Day 1: Dehradun / Rishikesh to Sari Village to Deoria Taal

• Altitude: 7,000 feet to 7,999 feet
• 239 km drive (approx 8 hour)
• 3 km trek to Deoria Taal
• Dinner
• Stay in Dome tents / Guest house.

Day 2: Deoria Taal sightseeing to Chopta

• Breakfast at Deoria Taal
• Altitude: 8,790 feet
• 27 km drive (approx 2 hours)
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Stay in Swiss camps / Guest house.

Day 3: Chopta To Tungnath Temple To Chandrashila To Chopta

• Altitude 13,000 ft
• 4 Km trek
• You pass through some meadows where you can spot shepherd log huts area & after that its gives you full open view around you till Chandrashila.
• Breakfast in campsite
• Packed lunch will be provided in campsite
• Dinner
• Stay at Swiss camps / Guest house.

Day 4: Chopta To Dehradun / Rishikesh

• Breakfast
• Return from Chopta to Dehradun / Rishikesh
• Travel 239 km approx. (08 hours for traveling)

Day 1:- Dehradun / Rishikesh – Sari Village – Deoria Taal (239 km drive & 3 km trek / approx 8 hrs)

On arrival our representative takes to the Camps. You will reach there in 7 hrs & then get refreshed & take some rest. Have dinner and enjoy the camp night which is gripped with forests all around.

Day 2:- Deoria Taal (exploring day) – Chopta (3 km down trek & 27 km drive / approx 3 hrs)

Today after wake up, have your breakfast & then we will explore the Deoria Taal area. Later we move for Chopta before dark. We will reach there in 2-3 hrs & then get refreshed & take some rest. Have dinner and enjoy the camp night which is gripped with forests all around.

Day 3:- Chopta – Tungnath Temple – Chandrashila Peak (4 km trek)

The sunrise view from this spot is the best you will get to see in all of the Himalayas.

Wake up early and Leave for the trek to Tunganath Temple & Chandrashila. Trek distance is 4 km & it will take your 2-3 hour to reach there. It is at an altitude of 13,100 ft. This route passes the iconic Tungnath Temple at 12000 feet. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is located in Tungnath Range and happens to be the highest Shiva Temple in the world.

Once at the top of the peak of Chandrashilla, you get a 360 degree view of the mountains of Garhwal and Kumaon. Walk past a temple and see some great mountains of Uttarakhand, like Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandaghunti, Kamet, Dunagiri, Chaukhamba, Kedar dome, Thalaysagar, Gangotri ranges, Jahanukut and more. Later we get back to Chopta campsite & have pahadi food there.

Day 4:- Chopta – Dehradun / Rishikesh (239 km / 8 hrs approx)

Good morning to Last day of Trip!! Have Breakfast and move to:

Travel back to Dehradun / Rishikesh with happy memories of Chopta & Chandrashila trek.

!! An Unforgettable Journey will be ended here!!

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Note:

• You can change your itinerary according to your comfort and rate can be change according to group of travelers.
• Transport can be arrange by GreenJoy Holidays Company on request.
• Trekker can choose the first & last day stay of Home stay or Camping as per their own comfort.
• Last day hotel (in emergency case) can be arrange by GreenJoy Holidays Company but payment pay by clients directly.
• GreenJoy Holidays Company is not responsible for any cost arising due to natural calamities, landslides, road blockage & political disturbances..

Inclusions:

• Accommodation for 3 Night / 4 Days (Dome tents, Swiss Camps or Guest house).
• Meals while on trek (Organic traditional food + Egg).

Exclusions:

• Any kind of personal expenses.
• Transport (pick & drop).
• Food during the transit.
• Insurance.
• Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
• Anything not specifically mentioned in Itinerary.
• Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.

Need to carry with you:

• Back pack and rain cover (50/60 liter).
• Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inner.
• Walking stick (Advisable at least one).
• Torch.
• Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each).
• Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits).
• Personal Medical Kit (at least some needy stuff).

Advisory:

• Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
• Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.
• Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
• Avoid trekking during the nights.
• Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician.
• Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
• The trek takes place through Eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.

Confirmation Policy:

• The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
• In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
• Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.

Cancellation Policy:

• The amount received is Non Refundable.
• If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months time to utilize the booking.
• Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
• In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.

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