chandrashila
Chopta valley is perched at an elevation of 2,680 metres and is surrounded by an imposing forest of oak, deodar, and rhododendron that shadow a rich bed of flowering plants, keeping the clamour of city life at bay. The spellbinding Chandrashila Summit Trek is distinguished by the grandeur of its Himalayan Peak. The Chandrashila Summit Trek, one of the most beautiful treks in the Garhwal Himalayan region, winds through beautiful meadows and unpaved trails. When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with a spectacular view of Himalayan peaks such as Nanda Devi (7,817 metres), Trishul (7,120 metres), Kedarnath (6,831 metres), Bandarpunch (6,316 metres), and Chaukhamba (7,138 metres).
It is best to start early in the morning from Chopta to Tungnath, the world's highest Shiva Temple, which is located at a height of 3,680 metres. The temple is one of the Panch Kedars, nestled in the shadow of the Chandrashila peak. Tungnath is thought to be over 1000 years old and has a legend that confirms some of the incidents depicted in the Mahabharata epic. An hour's ascent from Tungnath temple ends at the Chandrashila summit, from which one can capture the silvery sheen of the Himalayan range, dotted with several peaks, as well as all the green valleys and deep gorges.
The Chandrashila summit trek, which is accessible all year, is regarded as one of the more moderate treks in Uttarakhand's Indian Himalayan region. The trail takes about 3-6 days to complete. The journey offers rare glimpses of an ancient Garhwal Himalayan culture as well as natural hues.