amazing beauty of chopta
There are many attractive places to visit in India. Some people prefer mountainous areas, while others prefer to relax on the beaches. Be it winter or summer, there is always a crowd in the mountains. Uttarakhand is a state where there are many amazing places to visit. Chopta, also known as ‘Mini Switzerland’, is a paradise for nature lovers. The natural beauty here is worth seeing.
Chopta’s place
Chopta is located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, about 80 kilometers from Kedarnath. Its distance from Auli is about 148 kilometers. The road to reach here is very beautiful, which mesmerizes the travelers.
Ideal for adventure lovers
Chopta is part of the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can enjoy camping with friends. For this you will have to obtain permission from the Forest Department. This place is also the beginning of the Tunganath trek, which is known as the highest Shiva temple in the world. Chandrashila trek also starts from here, which is at an altitude of about 4000 meters. The view of sunrise and sunset from here is amazing.
natural beauty
The identity of Chopta is its lush green grasslands, which are called Bugyal. Here shepherds are seen with their sheep. The greenery, open sky and peace here make you feel like heaven.
visualization
Many beautiful peaks of the Himalayas are clearly visible from Chopta. From here you can see Nanda Devi, Neelkanth, Trishul, Ganesh Parvat and other peaks. The beauty of these peaks increases even more in the morning sunlight.
Paradise for wildlife and bird lovers
If you are a lover of wildlife, then Chopta is a perfect place for you. Leopards are seen here and the village dogs have special collars around their necks for protection. Chopta is also a great place for bird lovers, where you will get to see more than 240 bird species.
Best time to visit Chopta
The best time to visit Chopta is from April to June and September to November. There is a danger of landslides here during monsoon.
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