Tungnath Temple the blissful abode of Lord Shiva is one of the holy pilgrimage destinations of India. Devotees from all across the globe come here to get the divine blessings and spiritual wisdom. This temple is a part of the holy Panch Kedar Circuit. It is the highest Panch Kedar Temple in Uttarakhand. In the orders of Panch Kedars, it is the third temple (Tritiya Kedar) situated at an elevation of 3680 meters. The temple is said to be more than 1000 years old.
Where Tungnath Temple is Located?
The highest Shiva temple of Tungnath is located in Rudraprayag District. It is situated below the Chandrashila Parvat at an elevation 36s0 meters.
Opening Dates of Tungnath Temple 2025
The opening date of the portal of Tungnath Temple is 10 May 2025. The best time to visit Tungnath Mandir is April to June. It is the peak season to indulge in Tungnath Temple Tour. During winters, heavy snowfall makes the place inaccessible for the devotees. You can also consider August to visit here as the weather is pleasant with no rainfall.
| Tungnath Temple Opening Date 2025 | 10 May 2025 |
| Tungnath Temple Closing Date 2025 | —- |
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The Story of the Origin of Shri Tungnath
The story of the origin of Tungnath is connected with the Epic of Mahabharata. It is said that Pandavas were in search of Lord Shiva as they have killed their relatives in the war of Mahabharata due to which they wanted Lord Shiva to pardon them. Lord Shiva kept avoiding them because they were guilty and disguised in the form of a bull but Bhim, One of the five Pandavas recognized Lord Shiva in that form. The moment Bhima grabbed the hump of the Bull, Lord Shiva (Bull) disappeared and appeared as Jyotirlinga. The parts of his body fell into different places. The place where his hands fell became the Temple of Tungnath. It is one of the most popular religious tourist destinations in Uttarakhand.
How to Reach Tungnath Temple?
Tungnath Mandir is well connected with all the major towns and cities of Uttarakhand. You can reach here by indulging in a 3.5km trek from Chopta. It is situated in Gopeshwar- Guptkashi route and also connects Kedarnath to Badrinath Shrine.
- By Air – Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the closest airport to reach Tungnath. It is 233 km away from Tungnath.
- By Road- From Chopta You have to trek for a distance of 3.5 km to reach Tungnath Temple. From Kund Gopeshwar road up to Chopta the distance is 212km.
- By Rail- Rishikesh is the nearest Railhead to reach Tungnath Temple, it is 205 km away from Tungnath.
Visiting Tungnath Mandir would be one of the most divine experiences of your life. It will definitely elevate your spirit and thoughts and lead to towards the spiritual grace. So, plan a wonderful Tungnath Temple Pilgrimage Darshan.
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