Chopta: Little Switzerland in Lower Garhwal
COPTA Known as the “Switzerland of India”, Chopta at an altitude of 2600 m offers a breathtaking view of the majestic Himalayan peaks against the backdrop of clear blue skies. With Bugyals (high altitude meadows) all around, it is one of the best camping sites in Garhwal. Also, the sunset as seen from Chopta is a sight one can travel any distance to see. Chopta is an alpine meadow straight out of a Swiss calendar. Away from the pilgrim highway, at a height of 2,500 m, Chopta is one of those little tucked-away places which many travellers pass by, simply because they don't know about it. Part of a protected sanctuary, the lone road which ran through it not long ago has since been shut down, leaving the deodars, pines, oaks and rhododendrons to flourish into a wilderness not found anywhere in the Himalayas. Chopta, Tungnath and Chandrasila are covered with snow during winter. Tourist can visit the place during Dec-Feb and enjoy trekking in snow.
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