Another legend says that the moon-god Chandra spent time here in penance.

[1] Chopta is accessible by bus and is also connected by motor roads with the major towns of Garhwal region of Uttarakhand state.

The trek begins from Chopta to Tungnath (highest Shiva temple in the world), which is 3.

Though shorter in distance but steep climbing makes this trek rigorous.

Trekkers use a different route during this period (Deoria Tal - Duggalbitta - Tungnath - Chandrashila).