Chandrashila

Chandrashila
Highest point
Elevation3,690 m (12,110 ft)https://magpieecotourism.com/chopta/chopta-uttarakhand/
Coordinates30°29′17″N 79°13′17″E / 30.48806°N 79.22139°E / 30.48806; 79.22139
Geography
Chandrashila is located in India
Chandrashila
Chandrashila
Location in northern India
LocationUttarakhand, India
Parent rangeGarhwal Himalaya
View from Chandrasila Peak
Panoromic view of the peaks from Chandrasila Peak

Chandrashila is the summit above Tungnath temple in India. It literally means "Moon Rock". It is located at a height of about 3,690 metres (12,110 ft) above sea level. This peak provides views of the Himalayas, including Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peaks. There are various legends associated with this place. According to one such legend, this is where Rama meditated after defeating the demon-king Ravana. Another legend says that the moon-god Chandra spent time here in penance.[1]

  1. ^ "Chopta - Chopta Uttarakhand Hill Station Travel Guide 2021".