Explore a glacial lake of Sikkim - Tsongmo Lake
Tsongmo or Tsomgo Lake is a notable attraction in the Eastern part of Sikkim district. It is a natural oval-shaped glacial lake surrounded by steep mountains which are covered with snow during winter. Standing at the altitude of 12,400 feet above the sea level, Tsongmo Lake remains frozen during the winter season. During summertime, the snow from mountains will melt then form the main the source of water for the lake. Tsongmo is famous for its wild beauty and untouched scenery changing in seasons. The lake surface reflects different colours in different time in a year, in a great accordance with the surroundings, which made its landscape is mesmerizing and unique in a lively way as it has to offer. It is also regarded as a sacred place to both Hindus, Buddhist, and even locals. Hence you might see the scene of pilgrims paying their great reverence to the lake and surrounding temples here. You can admire the beauty of Tsongmo and its backdrops while leisurely hiking along the hillside to reach the lake's bank and save yourself some of epic landscape photographs. Featuring exceptional scenic beauty and spiritual highlights, this famous scenic spot delivers you a great excursion outing with interesting activities.
