Wintertime at Tsomgo Lake in Sikkim, India

Over to the east of Nepal, this high altitude lake (12,313 feet) in the east of Sikkim state is crystal clear and pristine blue, and it reflects the different colors of the sky with every changing season. And in winter Tsomgo (aka Changu) Lake becomes a mesmerizing marvel, its ice reflecting the snow-covered surrounding mountains. Braving freezing temperatures and winds to reach this lake is an adventurous challenge for many. And afterward visitors can also see the 31-square-kilometer Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, a shelter for fauna, some rare, including Himalayan black bears, snow leopars, red pandas, Tibetan foxes, and a wide variety of birds.

Read more in Tripatini contributor Kiros Travels´ post India´s Top 5 Winter-Adventure Destinations.


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