Gurudongmar lake height

Boating in azure waters or enjoying a blissful picnic with your loved ones, lakes are every bit charming. While some require you to trek forested pathways, others offer a nice day’s excursion. The picturesque states of northeast India are home to several stunning lakes. We’ve rounded some that must make it to your summer bucket list. By Karan Kaushik Perhaps the most famous of all lakes in northeast India , Gurudongmar is an experience that will remain etched in your heart for a lifetime. One of the world’s highest lakes, the awe-inspiring lake is located near the Indo-Tibet border. The lake enjoys a stunning setting with perennial snow peaks all around. The lake serves as a popular pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Sikhs. It is advisable to spend no more than an hour at the lake due to the dizzying altitude. Loktat Lake, Manipur Loktak is the largest freshwater lake in the northeast and is also referred to as a miniature island sea. The lake features several ring-shaped landmasses floating on it. These are called phumdis or phumshongs by the locals. Surrounded by colourful water plants and water chestnuts, these phumdis also feature small huts inhabited by locals. To savour the best views of the lake, head to the tourist bungalow on Sendra island by the bank of the lake. You may also climb up to the watchtower at Bebet Ching hillock for equally stunning views. Umiam Lake, Meghalaya Umiam Lake is an enormous artificial lake, also known as Barapani by the locals. The lake s...

• Facebook • Whatsapp • • Google News Do you enjoy travelling? A thrill junkie? An explorer? Then, join Her Zindagi's Travel Blogger Anu Sharma as she discusses the route that must be taken there, the adventure she underwent, and the tale she heard to discover the "least travelled road" to reach Gurudongmar Lake. Watch and experience the thrills of wild stories, hidden glaciers, and snowy mountains! About Gurudongmar Lake In Sikkim, at a height of 5,425 m (17,800 ft), named after Guru Padmasambhava, Gurudongmar Lake is among the highest lakes in both the world and India. Sikhs, Buddhists, and Hindus all regard it as sacred. How to reach? This lake is within a few kilometres from the Chinese-Tibetan border. It has stunning settings and is heavenly for spending quality time. The lake is accessible by road from Lachen through Thangu. The road from Thangu to Gurudongmar travels over rocky, morainal terrain. Best time to visit Gurudongmar Lake is best explored in the winter, which lasts from November to February. 5°C to -27°C of temperature variation can be seen at Gurudongmar Lake. At this point, the lake is completely frozen. Also the months of April-May are an ideal time to visit.