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Chopta Trip Guide 2019: All info about Chopta, Tungnath, Chandrashila peak & Deoriatal
Chopta (the land of meadows) - All information about how to reach Chopta, best time to visit, best places to visit around Chopta & Deoriatal etc.
Chopta, also known as mini Switzerland of India, is a silent, blissful upcoming hill station and weekend getaway best for self-exploration via travelling. Chopta is situated at a height of 2680mts (metres) /8790ft (feet) in the Rudraprayag district (Garhwal) of the land of Gods, commonly known as the state of Uttarakhand in India. Chopta valley, along with nearby attractions like Chandrashila peak, Tungnath temple, Deoriatal is famous for trekking tours and self exploration, amidst the rising summits of Himalayas considered suitable enough for those who love travelling either solo or together in a group.
How to reach Chopta?
There are several means of transportation. Via road:1. By Car - Haridwar is the starting point of this beautiful journey ahead, that is easily accessible by road, rail and air. Go for adventurous road trip via NH-58 that joins other major cities to this heavenly amazing place.
2. BUS- Several buses travel between national capital Delhi and Haridwar on a regular basis making Haridwar a well-connected point. One can come to Chopta even from Dehradun by road. * Please note: There is a bus from Delhi -Kashmiri gate ISBT to Guptkashi which leaves around 8 PM everyday. From Guptkashi, there are shared jeeps/ taxis easily available till Saari village or Chopta.
3. TRAIN-Indian Railway networks from major cities like New Delhi (4-5 Hours) and Dehradun (1 Hour) connects to religiously famous Haridwar’sRailway Station, which is at a walking distance from numerous hotels. Rishikesh railway station is near too.
Delhi>Haridwar>Devprayag>Rudraprayag>Ukhimath>Chopta>Tungnath>Chandrashilla
Via Air:Flight- Board a flight to the Jolly Grant Airport, at a distance of 36 kms from Haridwar with daily flights on this route from Delhi. Taxis are conveniently available from the airport to reach Haridwar.
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3 Must-See Destinations in Rishikesh
Tired of the everyday humdrum life you have been dragging yourself through? You need a vacation with your family in a far-fetched land away from the monotonous air of metro cities. Rishikesh, one of the most serene lands in India often referred to as the Land of Gods, is a popular detsination for weekend trips. Rejuvenate your mind, body and soul by visiting these 3 must-see destinations in Rishikesh. 1. Laxman Jhula Take your kids to this suspension bridge and you will swear by the healing properties of this place. According to The Kelp Travel Guide's "Four Steps to a Great Vacation," you must explore and treat your eyes to everything the place has to offer. This is what you will do here. The magical view of the River Ganges is out of the world and interacting with the locals will give you a lifetime experience. 2. Parmarth Niketan Rishikesh is also known as the Yoga Capital of the World. We bet you would fall in love with fitness once you visit this place. The abunbdance of beautiful gardens and sacred atmosphere atrract pilgrims from all over the world to attend Yoga sessions. Your family will enjoy the neighborhood of this place which is full of greenery. 3. The Beatles Ashram The Kelp Travel Guide's "Four Steps to a Great Vacation" suggests knowing the history of a city well in order to fulfil your dream of a great vacation. The Beatles Ashram is exactly what you need to visit to know the history of the place. The Beatles visited Rishikesh to attend a session of Meditation in 1968. This visit altered the way the world looked at Indian Spirituality. Pay a a visit and explore the rest of the charm yourself. |
5 Best offbeat places visit near Delhi in 2017
Nature lovers prefer to travel in the month of March, Aprill, May, June, July, August and September because mother nature expresses her true beauty in this season. If you love the sight of greenery all around or if you want to feel the nature in its pure form, now is the time. MHET Club has picked few destinations for you which are easily accessible from Delhi in comparison to other metro cities. India is a land of diversified landscapes, from lush green mountains to cold desserts, India has something for everyone. Check out these handpicked getaways to enjoy some fun time in the lap of nature!
5 Best offbeat places visit near Delhi in 20171. Valley of flowers | Uttarakhand :A World Heritage site, the Valley Of Flowers is situated near Badrinath/Joshimath. This place is famous for sprawling meadows of numerous species of flowers, the fauna here is also rich including rare and endangered animals like the snow leopard, musk deer and the brown bear. This place is one of the most beautiful places to visit in August-September in India as it’s the time when new flowers and plants start germinating and burst into full bloom. The mighty Himalayan peaks nestle this virtual paradise on Earth.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway station is Rishikesh and Govindghat is the nearest bus stand which is around 18 kms away from the Valley of Flowers.
Total distance from Delhi is 505 kms.
2. Lahaul Spiti | Himachal :
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