Lakes & Scenic Views

Gurudongmar Lake – The Sacred High-Altitude Wonder

✅ Location: North Sikkim (17,800 ft)
✅ Significance:

• One of the highest lakes in the world, surrounded by snow-clad peaks.
• Sacred to Hindus, Buddhists, and Sikhs—believed to have been blessed by Guru Padmasambhava.
• A portion of the lake never freezes, even in extreme winter.

 Best Time to Visit: April – June & October – November (Winter is harsh!)
 Special Attraction: The pristine blue waters against a backdrop of white snow.
 How to Reach: 6-hour drive from Lachen (North Sikkim); permits required.

 Why Visit? A surreal, spiritual experience with breathtaking high-altitude beauty.