SummerYatra
- Type
- Temple / Spiritual
- District
- Rudraprayag
- Location
- Rudraprayag District, near Chopta
- Why it matters
- The highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680m, and the second of the Panch Kedar shrines — believed to be where Shiva's arms were worshipped.
A 3.5km trek from Chopta leads to this ancient stone temple, the highest Shiva shrine on Earth. Part of the Panch Kedar circuit, it stays open only from late April to early November due to heavy snow.
What to carry
- Warm layered clothing
- Sturdy trekking shoes
- Walking stick
- Rain jacket
- Water & light snacks