Tagged as one of the highest Lord ‘Shiva’ temples in the world, Tungnath is beyond serene to visit. The purity in the environment and the positivity in the people here is a must to experience. The temple is also one of the five ‘Kedar’ temples present in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, all of which are very precious and celebrated. People from all across the nation visit this place on an yearly basis.
History:
As per several data, the temple is believed to be 1000 years old. In fact, it can be even more than that. A fascinating fact about this temple is that people believe the Tungnath temple’s foundation goes back to the legendary times of Mahabharata where Arjuna (one of the five pandavas) placed it.
Things to know before visiting the place:
Photography is not permissible in the area.
You will have to carry your own trekking boots, jacket, sunscreen and any kind of medicines.
Make sure that your shoes are waterproof.
The internet connection is very limited in the region.
Always have 1 raincoat with you in case of sudden weather change.
People:
The people of tungnath and nearby places are very warm, welcoming and positive. Their aura surrounds immense belief, hope and faith. The best time to visit this place is during the summer season. Avoid monsoon season as far as possible.
