Having the mystic hue, Gopeshwar is one of the most scenic towns of Chamoli District in Uttarakhand. The hill station is lavished with enchanting and heart-throbbing nature elements including mysterious falls, mountains, and huge forestry. The majestic and gigantic statue of Lord Shiva takes your heart away. While it is being the main pilgrimage destination, this is also one of the major tourist attractions.
Perched at an elevation of 1,400 m above sea level, Gopeshwar offers you splendid views of the Garhwal Himalayas laden with the dense vegetation of the deodar and pine trees that surround this small town. According to the beliefs of the locals, Gopeshwar is named after Lord Krishna.
The town is famous for its picturesque sceneries and ancient temples. Gopeshwar is mostly famous for its Shiva temple, Anusuya Devi temple, Chandika Devi temple, and Gopinath temple. Each year many devotees visit this town from nearby areas to offer their prayers to these Hindu Gods.
You can also trek the various peaks and temples in and around Gopeshwar which is an equivalent attraction for many adventure lovers. The famous trek to Tungnath temple, which is the highest Shiva temple isn't undertaken only by the devotees but also by the avid trekkers for the splendid views that it has to offer. Just 5 km away from Gopeshwar is the Saggar village which is the starting point of the 22 km long trek to Rudranath.
Gopeshwar in Uttarakhand is a year-round destination. But if you want to enjoy the snowfall, you can plan a trip during the months of November and December.
Places To Visit In Gopeshwar
Gopeshwar is one of the popular tourist places in Uttarakhand. Here's the list of things to do and places to visit in Gopeshwar.
1. Chamolanath Temple
This is yet another faith-driven temple of Gopeshwar town. Once, you are in the beautifully crafted temple, you cannot ignore the craftsmanship that has been invested to bring out the magnificent work of architecture.
2. Chandrika Devi Temple
The Chandrika Devi Temple is one of the best temples that hold substantial faith amongst Hindu devotees. Also, you will admire the extensive architecture of the temple that has been designed according to north Indian architecture style.
3. Skiing
Here, you can enjoy adventurous skiing and add to your memory. So, if you are really keen on skiing, you should visit during the months of January and February.
4. Trekking
Also, experience the mind and body rejuvenating trekking. Make sure you head to the local expert authority to guide you throughout the journey.
How to Reach Gopeshwar
Gopeshwar, Uttarakhand is a rustic beauty drenched in spirituality and breathtaking surrounding. The ancient temples, their fine architecture, and the fascinating folk stories are surely going to amaze you. To reach Gopeshwar, you have to cover a distance of approximately 439km via NH 7, 1800km via NH 48, 1500km via NH 19, and 2500km via NH 44 from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru, respectively. For your convenience, we have compiled the best travel modes that you may consider if a visit is within the bounds of possibility in near future.
By Air
If you are planning to visit Gopeshwar by air, then the Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun is the nearest airport where you must terminate the plane journey. The airport receives flights from across the country by airlines such as AirIndia, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Vistara, and more. After deboarding the flight and collecting the luggage, you can hire a taxi or get on a local bus to travel further into the town.
- Delhi - Board Vistara or SpiceJet from Delhi. The airfare starts from INR 2,000
- Mumbai - Board IndiGo or SpiceJet from Mumbai. The airfare starts from INR 4,000
- Kolkata - Board AirIndia flight from Kolkata. The airfare starts from INR 6,000
- Bengaluru - Board IndiGo flight from Bengaluru. The airfare starts from INR 6,000
By Train
You will have to deboard at the Rishikesh Railway Station if you are arriving via train. After reaching the railway station, you can easily get on a bus or taxi towards Gopeshwar. The station is approximately 210km, away from Gopeshwar and the best route to cover this distance goes via NH 7.
- Delhi - Board Delhi RKSH Passenger from Delhi and deboard at Rishikesh Station
- Haridwar - Board HW RKSH Passenger from Haridwar Jn and deboard at Rishikesh Station
- Katra - Board Hemkunt Express from SHMATA VD Katra Station and deboard at Rishikesh Station
- Chandausi - Board BKI RKSH Passenger from Chandausi Jn and deboard at Rishikesh Station
By Road
All the road trip enthusiasts can opt to travel to Gopeshwar either via inter-state tourist buses or may choose to self-drive. Both the options are comfortable and economical if you are arriving from nearby cities.
- Gangotri - 340km via NH 7 and NH 34
- Uttarkashi - 246km via NH 7
- Dehradun - 253km via NH 7
- Joshimath - 60km via NH 7
- Lansdowne - 215km via NH 7
- Kausani - 146km via Karanprayag Gwaldam Bageshwar Almora Nainital Road
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