Delhi-Lansdowne-Chopta-Deoria Taal-Tungnath-Chandra Shila-Khirsu-Delhi (5nights/6Days)

Lansdowne: It was founded as a British Army settlement for recruitment in 1887 and is at the altitude of 1706 meters. Dense Pine and Oak forests surround Lansdowne. Garhwal Rifles fully support Eco-Tourism. It is the less visited place and has a rustic appeal of its own. The quaint surroundings attract the visitor from all over the world. The virgin beauty and the silence of its forests with the backdrop of Himalayan ranges away from the hustle and bustle of city life is a perfect destination is quite rejuvenating. Apart from virgin natural beauty, the splendid British architecture casts its spell on every visitor. The sunset at Lansdowne is a delightful experience for photography enthusiasts and is an unforgettable sight. Clean atmosphere and clear weather during winters and pleasant weather in summer qualify it the round the year unconventional destination.

Khirsu: The altitude of Khirsu is 1700 meters and is an offbeat destination; hence, it offers virgin natural beauty and rustic charismatic surroundings. Its pleasant weather in summers and mildly cold weather in winters makes it a perfect round-the-year destination. In summer, it presents apple orchards, step farming of the natives in the background of the thick green forest of Pine and Oak forest, a fascinating experience to its visitors, and unforgettable sunsets. In the winters, the changing colors of the snow-covered peaks at different times of the day are a spectacular experience. One can view around 250 mountain peaks on a clear day from Khirsu. The villagers at Khirsu have a hospitable attitude towards visitors and are god-fearing people. Khirsu is a perfect destination for seeking solitude in the lap of Mother Nature.

Chopta: The altitude of Chopta is 2550 meters, and it is the starting point for the trek for Tungnath. It is the part of Kedarnath Wild Life sanctuary famous for its meadows, flora and fauna, dense, rich forest, carpets of green fields, and the sights of great peaks of mighty Himalayas. The prominent among them are Haathi, Ghoda, Palki, Chaukhamba, and other numerous peaks. One can enjoy the sight of forty-one peaks of the mountains on a clear weather day.

Chopta is around the year destination as in winters the snow envelopes it in a white sheet. In summers, the meadows, silence of nature, chirping of birds and shepherds grazing their flock is a beautiful sight. It is also the home of Musk Deer. Chopta is the starting point for the trek to Tungnath, which is around 3.8 km from Chopta and takes about two hours.
Tungnath: This is the highest temple of Lord Shiva in the world at 3940 meters above sea level higher than Kedarnath and is part and parcel of Panch Kedar.
In the mythological Hindu scripture Mahabharata, there is a legend that the Pandavas, the victors, had killed their brothers Kauravas in the war at Kurushetra. Pandavas had to get absolution from Lord Shiva for their sins to attain the forgiveness of their act as advised by the sage Vyas. Lord Shiva knew about their misdeed and was reluctant to offer salvation to Pandavas and took the form of Bull and went under the Mother Earth in Guptkashi. Various body parts of Lord Shiva in the form of Bull appeared at different places in the Himalayas and are called Panch Kedar temples erected by the Pandavas.

Tungnath is the place where the hands of Lord Shiva in the form of Bull appeared. Kedarnath is where the back of Lord Shiva appeared. Kalpeshwar is where the hair of Lord Shiva appeared, Head appeared at Rudranath, and stomach of Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Bull at Madhmaheshwar.

Apart from religious significance, the trek to Tungnath offers an abundant variety of flowers, heaven to ornithologists, enchanting views of the Himalayan peaks on the top of dense forests. Because of these advantages shall qualify for round the year destination.

Deoriya Taal: Saari village, around 12 km from Chopta, is the 4 km easy gradient trek to Deoriya Taal, qualifying for round the year destination. It is at a height of 2436 meters. It is a rejuvenating place to be in the lap of Mother Nature, perfect for Photography enthusiasts, Bird watchers, and lovers of the sound of silence along with the incredible scenic beauty of these quaint surroundings of this unique destination.

The trek is gradual, and with an average fitness standard, one can achieve the target in two hours. One is delighted with the generosity of the natural surroundings on reaching there. The reflection of the mighty peaks of the Great Himalayas in the bottle-green waters of the lake is not only exciting but presents a world experience. One can have the chance to witness Kedarnath and Chaukhamba Peaks from a very near distance. There is also a watchtower from where one can soak in the beauty of surroundings. It is a photography lover’s favorite point. Due to pollution concerns stay in the camps near Deoriya Taal is prohibited. But we have chosen a site not far from Deoriya Taal where one can enjoy the magic moments of Deoriya Taal in its full bloom. The sunsets and sunrise are out-of-the-world spectacles, hence night stay near Deoriya Taal.

Chandra Shila: It is the crown of Tungnath at the height of 4000 meters from sea level, from where one can have 360 degrees views of the peaks of the Mighty Himalayas. It is only 1.5 km from Tungnath, but the gradient is steep. Chandra Shila is the only vantage point from where one can relish 360 degrees view of Himalayan affluence. Chandra Shila is where one will feel very small compared to the Mother’s Natures Wonders Himalaya. It provides a world experience, breathtaking views, and enchanting views of the lower and higher Himalayan peaks. It will present a lifetime experience not only for the sights but for the mind and soul.