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Tungnath Temple

Tungnath Temple is known as the Highest Shiva Temple in the world. Not only this Tungnath Temple is also a part of Panch Prayag Temples situated in Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand. The name Tungnath is derived from a Sanskrit word which means “Lord of the Peaks”.  Tungnath Temple is located at an altitude of 3680 m. It is also known as Tritiya Kedar in Panch Kedar. Panch Kedar is considered to be more than 1,000 years old.

It is believed that Lord Shiva arms have reappeared here. The trek to Tungnath Temple starts from Chopta and can be finished in approx. 1 hour. Not only this trek to Tungnath Temple provides mesmerizing view of Nanda Devi peak, Chowkhamba and Neelkanth. It is also said that Ravan also did penance to Lord Shiva when he resided here.

Tungnath Temple History

It is believed that the Shrine was built by the Pandavas of Mahabharata. According to Hindu epic Mahabharata, when the Pandavas were searching for Lord Shiva in the Himalayas to forgive their sins for killing their own brothers, Lord Shiva turned into the form of bull to avoid detection. However, when one of the Pandavas i.e., Bheem captured the Lord Shiva in the form of a bull, it disappeared and reappeared in 5 body parts in 5 different locations which sum up and known as Panch Kedar-

  • Hump reappeared in Kedarnath Dham
  • Arms reappeared in Tungnath Dham
  • Navel reappeared in Madhyamaheshwar Dham
  • Face reappeared in Rudranath Dham
  • Hair and Head reappeared in Kalpeshwar Dham

Therefore, it is said that in Tungnath Temple, Arms of Lord Shiva is worshipped. Later on, according to Panch Kedar story it is said the Pandavas built temples at these 5 Different locations for worshipping Lord Shiva.

Tungnath Trek

The Highest Temple of Lord Shiva is easiest one for reach. Tungnath Trek is moderately easy trek in comparison to other Treks in Uttarakhand which commence from Chopta. But it may receive heavy snowfall during winter season making this toughest trek at that time. Tungnath Trek is properly laid and doesn’t require much guide expect during winter season when there is high snowfall.

Tungnath Temple Overview

Temperature- 19 Degree

Best Time to Visit- April to November

Location- Rudraprayag, Garhwal

Recommended No. of Stay- 2 Days

Nearest Railway Station- Rishikesh (approx. 211 kms)

Nearest Airport- Jolly Grant Airport (approx. 225 kms)

Tungnath Chopta Highlights

  1. Tungnath Temple is the Highest Shiva Temple
  2. It is one of the Panch Kedar Temples situated in Uttarakhand
  3. Snow trek during December to March
  4. Trekking is of 3.5 kms
  5. Further 1.5kms trek from Tungnath will lead to Chandrashilla Temple.

Tungnath Map

How to Reach Tungnath Temple

  1. By Road- Tungnath can be reached by taking Gopeshwar road upto Chopta which is 210 kms way from Rishikesh and 250 kms from Dehradun. Thereafter from Chopta 3kms Tungnath Trek is done to reach Tungnath Temple.
  2. By Air- To reach Temple you can take Helicopter from Sahastradhara Helipad (nearest Helipad). in Dehradun to reach Kedarnath. From there book a taxi or any roadways vehicle to reach Tungnath.
  3. By Railways- Nearest Railway station from the temple is Rishikesh Railway station which is 210 kms away. After reaching you have to book a taxi or any roadways vehicle to reach Tungnath.

Accommodation in Tungnath

There are numerous numbers of hotels and resorts to stay and no problem will be faced by the pilgrims related to their accommodation. Few Hotels in Tungnath, Chopta are-

  • Chopta Meadows Resort
  • Forest Eco Resort
  • Snowpod
  • Himrab Resort Chopta
  • Hotel Mountain View
  • Oakland Holiday home
  • Camp Parakeep Nest

Tungnath Trek Itinerary

There are numerous numbers of hotels and resorts to stay and no problem will be faced by the pilgrims related to their accommodation. Few Hotels in Tungnath, Chopta are-

  • Chopta Meadows Resort
  • Forest Eco Resort
  • Snowpod
  • Himrab Resort Chopta
  • Hotel Mountain View
  • Oakland Holiday home
  • Camp Parakeep Nest

Tungnath Guide for Food

Basically, Tungnath has basic eateries such as- Maggie, Tea, Dal, Rice or other seasonal vegetable. But Non- Veg Food, Alcohol and Smoking is strictly prohibited at Tungnath.

Why to Visit tUNGnath Temple

Tungnath temple is famous for its Famous Lord Shiva Temple, Panch Kedar Yatra, Tungnath Trek, Mesmerizing Meadows, Snow Trek, Adventure and Camping.

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Things to do

  • Trekking- Tungnath Trek is one of the famous for Trekking. The trek provides enchanting meadows, conifers and oak forests. Trek during winters is covered with snow.
  • Pilgrimage- Tungnath Shrine is one of the most visited shrines in Uttarakhand and is also included in Panch Kedar Yatra.
  • Bird Watching View- Tungnath Temple provides bird watching view to its pilgrims. If you got lucky musk deers are also spotted in that region.

Things to Carry

  1. Warm Clothes, jackets, pullovers
  2. Track Pants
  3. Warm windproof jacket
  4. Thermal under pants and thermal vest
  5. Rain coat
  6. Pair of ankle high walking boots
  7. Warm gloves
  8. Walking stick
  9. Rain gear
  10. Binocular

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