The Tungnath Trek is one of the most beautiful and peaceful treks in the Indian Himalayas. It is located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Tungnath Temple is the highest temple of Lord Shiva in the world, sitting at a height of 3,680 meters (12,073 feet). It is also part of the Panch Kedar pilgrimage, which makes it a very important and sacred place for Hindu devotees.

Tungnath Temple Trek Distance and Route Details

Knowing the basic facts of the Tungnath trek in km enables one to plan itinerary more efficiently:

• The one-way Tungnath trek is around 3.5 to 5 km from Chopta.
• Chandrashila is about 1.5 km further from Tungnath.
• The total trek distance to Chandrashila is around 5 km one way.
• Tungnath is located at an altitude of 3680 meters.
• Chandrashila stands at around 3690 meters.
• The trek usually takes 3–5 hours depending on your pace.
• The difficulty level is easy to moderate.
• The trail is well-paved and easy to follow, making it suitable for beginners.
• However, the high altitude can make the trek feel slightly challenging.

Tungnath Temple History and Its Spiritual Roots

The Tungnath Temple has its roots in