Chopta,Uttarakhand,India

Chopta is a picturesque hill-station located in the Garhwal region. It lies at an altitude of about 2,900 above sea level at a distance of about 40 kilometers from Gopeshwar. Perched on Gopeshwar-Ukhimath road, Chopta offers a kaleidoscopic view of the Himalayas and the surrounding areas and is also known as “Mini Switzerland’. 

Chopta slopes on softly, among alpine and grassy meadows, and in this valley of abstract but absolute natural beauty, one does actually stand at any hilltop and spin around as a practice of spotting the multitude of peaks visible.

 Chopta has rich biodiversity and beautiful views of the Himalayan landscape. 

 This place is popularly known as 'Mini Switzerland' in Uttarakhand, India.

The valley is a great place for adventure buffs and trekking enthusiasts, because trekking is a popular activity in the valley.

Chopta is surrounded by dense forest, and offers majestic view of Snow Clad Himalayan Ranges and lush green meadows.

Chopta is possibly the only valley town in Uttarakhand, that has minor human alteration, and a good place for intermediate trekkers to brush up their skills while exploring locally renowned tourist spots, like the Tungnath Temple and the Deoria Tal, which are both accessible after a well guided trek.

It is one of the many untouched pristine places which is any travellers peaceful dream , considered one of the most picturesque places in the Garhwal region.

Chopta is well connected by motorable roads and it lies on the Ukhimath - Gopeshwar road. It is one of the most picturesque spot of Uttaranchal state as the natural splendors seen from here are very diverse. 

The hill station attracts a good number of tourists and has become a famous destination to enjoy holidays with family and friends.

Chopta is one of the most visited hill stations in the state of Uttarakhand. The place is quite famous amongst tourists due to its picturesque views and scenic charm. 

How to Reach

By Road: Chopta is well connected by motor able roads with major towns of Garhwal region of Uttarakhand state. Follow NH58 until you reach Rudraprayag and after reaching Rudraprayag follow the route to Kedarnath and take right turn to Ukhimath. Chopta is situated 40 kms from Ukhimath. Chopta is also accessible from Gopeshwar. Buses and taxis to Chopta are available from major towns of Uttarakhand region. 

By Rail: The nearest railhead to Chopta is Rishikesh situated 209kms away. Rishikesh is well connected by railway networks with major cities of India. Buses and Taxis to Chopta and Ukhimath are easily available from Rishikesh.

By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport of Chopta, situated 226kms away in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand state. The remaining journey has to be covered ether in a taxi or in a bus. Taxis are easily available to Chopta from Jolly Grant Airport.

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