Gurudongmar Lake , Gangtok
About Gurudongmar Lake
Gurudongmar lake is the second highest lake in the world, situated at an altitude of 17,100 ft (5136 mts). It is about 60 KMs from Lachen, Sikkim and remember to get your visitor's permit in advance. The crystal clear blue water of the lake, which seems to be guarded by the majestic snow-capped mountains surrounding it, is truly a sight to behold. The air is thin at this altitude and lack of sufficient oxygen may take some time for travelers to get used to. Tso Lhamo Lake which is the source of Teesta is about 5 KMs from here.
Legend has it that a part of the lake was blessed by Guru Nanak, and that part of the lake has not frozen ever since.
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Places to Visit near Gurudongmar Lake
Tso Lhamo Lake, Sikkim
10 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Tso Lhamo Lake or Cholamu Lake India’s highest, and world’s 14th highest lake, it is in a class of its own. The topography is a lot like...
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Jhomolhari Trek, Western Zone
*42.1 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
The Jhomolhari trek offers the timeless experience of traversing through the rugged terrains of the Himalayas, soaking the crisp mountain air and...
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Goecha La, Sikkim
*43.1 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Goecha La is a high mountain pass and a popular trekking destination in Sikkim. The trek begins in Yuksom, a quaint hill station where you should...
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Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim
*43.2 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Khangchendzonga National Park (previously named Kanchenjunga National Park) is located in Sikkim, and named after 8,586 mts. tall Mt....
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Borong, Sikkim
*51.7 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Borong is a picturesque small village in South Sikkim, located at an altitude of 5800 ft. It is about 17 kms from Ravangla and is gaining...
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Torsa Strict Nature Reserve, Western Zone
*53.7 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
The Toorsa Reserve covers an extensive area of about six hundred square kilometer, occupying majority of the Haa District. It shares international...
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Lachen, Sikkim
58.7 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Lachen is one of those unexplored destinations that are still untouched by the throngs of tourists. Situated at an altitude of 8500 fts above sea...
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Rimbick, West Bengal
*72.7 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Rimbick is about 100 KMs from Darjeeling town and a popular destination for backpackers and trekkers. Wake up early to witness the colourful...
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Hyatung Falls, Karnali
*89.6 km from Gurudongmar Lake - See map
Hyatung Falls is the highest fall in Nepal. The Hyatung falls has an elevation about 365 meters. According to a statement in Nepali Times, the...
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