Changu lake or Lake Tsomgo is full of charm and beauty

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Changu lake or Lake Tsomgo is full of charm and beauty

Lake Tsomgo or known as Changu lake is a lake that never dies. Glaciers are the source to the lake. Resting at an altitude of 12,313 ft and 37 km from Gangtok is frozen during the winter. Surrounded by steep mountains the lake is on the way to Natu La pass.

Buddist monks make predictions based on the colour of the water which in turn in the reflection of the changing sky. Jhakris the faith healers assemble on Guru Purnima for sacred prayers.

Brahminy ducks and many migratory birds make the lake their home during the summer. Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary at 10 km from the lake and Ropeway by the Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation above the lake is not to be missed. Market by the lakeside is famous for its Yak cheese and trinkets. A trip to the Tsomgo lake along with Baba Mandir is beneficial.

Capturing the charm of the lake our host Karuna Bushan and team Vihari relished its beauty.

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