About Tungnath
VIsiting Tungnath Temple offers a spiritual experience in the high Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand. The temple is located above Chopta and can be reached by a mountain trek of around 3–4 km. The route passes through beautiful meadows and Himalayan landscapes, with views of peaks such as Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba and Neelkanth. Tungnath is an important Shiva pilgrimage site and is traditionally associated with the arms of Lord Shiva.
Highlights
• One of the highest Shiva temples in the world
• One of the five important Panch Kedar temples
• Dedicated to Lord Shiva and worshipped by pilgrims
• Located at an altitude of around 3,680 metres above sea level
• Situated in the scenic Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand
• Located close to the famous Chandrashila Peak
• Trek to the temple starts from the village of Chopta
• Offers beautiful views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains
• Built with traditional stone and Himalayan temple architecture
• Traditionally associated with the arms of Lord Shiva
• Surrounded by peaceful alpine meadows and mountain landscapes
• Popular destination for pilgrims, trekkers and nature lovers
Things to Know
• Tungnath Temple is located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand.
• It is one of the five Panch Kedar temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• The other Panch Kedar temples are Kedarnath, Madhmaheshwar, Rudranath and Kalpeshwar.
• According to the traditional Panch Kedar story, Lord Shiva's arms appeared at Tungnath.
• The temple stands at an altitude of approximately 3,680 metres above sea level.
• Tungnath Temple is reached by trekking from the beautiful mountain village of Chopta.
• Uttarakhand Tourism lists the trek from Chopta to Tungnath as approximately 4 km.
• The trekking route offers views of Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba and Neelkanth.
• Chandrashila Peak is located above Tungnath and is a popular trekking destination nearby.
• The temple is mainly built with stone and reflects traditional Himalayan temple architecture.
• Tungnath Temple remains closed during winter because of heavy snowfall in the region.
• During winter, worship of Tungnath is traditionally carried out at its winter seat in Makkumath.
• The temple is seasonal, so its opening and closing dates may change every year.
• For 2026, the reported opening date was 22 April 2026; visitors should check the latest official announcement before planning.
• Weather can change quickly at this high altitude, so visitors should prepare for cold and changing mountain conditions.
