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Who would forget the majestic backdrop in the climax scene of Amir Khan starrer '3 Idiots' ? Anyone would get besotted by the splendour of the place which acted as a catalyst to the stupendous climax! Well, We are talking about the Pangong lake in Ladakh,a beautiful endorheic lake situated at a height of 4,250 metres above sea level in the Indo-China border in Ladakh.
Pangong Lake - PC : Sreehari Sukumaran
Ladakh has an exceptional charm of it's own and a pulling power like few others. Time and again, travellers make their way through the perilous terrains answering it's irresistible call! Also known by the name hollow lake, the Pangong lake in Ladakh is situated on the Changtang plateau in eastern Ladakh region with one -third of the part in India and the other two -third lies in the Tibet region. The crystal clear blue lake is one of the largest brackish lakes in Asia and one among the major tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir and India.Let's see what makes Pangong Lake in Ladakh one among the Wonder places of India.
The Crystalline and Serene Pangong Tso!
PC : Patit Pawan Karmakar
Pangong lake is an epitome of natural craftsmanship! The lake has a chameleon like nature with it's colour being changed constantly. The first glimpse of this serene and pristine azure lake is enough to leave a lasting impression on your mind.
The route that leads to the lake is an attraction on it's own! The route passes through the picturesque Ladakh countryside and one has to cross the World's third highest motorable mountain pass called the Chang La. Traces of snow along with the green, brown and violet painted mountains in the backdrop welcome us!
Pangong Lake in Summer - PC :Absthebest
The crystalline blue lake sprawls over an area of 100 kilometres across the Indo-China border. A narrow stretch of land goes straight into the lake which can be traversed. The place is a birders' paradise. The rodents here are said to grow up to the size of a dog!
During the Winters, the lake and it's vicinity is engulfed by freezing temperature. Despite being saline water, it freezes completely. A gala festival of Ice skating is organized on the frozen surface of lake which attracts large number of skiers and ice skaters from all around the world!
Pangong Lake in Winter - PC : Amareshwara Sainadh
The Pangong Lake in Ladakh is one among the major tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir and India. It falls on the Sino-Indian Line of Actual Control and an Inner Line permission is required to visit this lake. If one needs to spend a night by the lake side, there are a couple of options that provide basic but clean and comfortable accommodation (tents and cottages). The lake is a perfect blend of serenity and grandeur! A visit to the Pangong lake is sure to blow you away! Happy Travelling :)
How to reach : Distance from Leh to Pangong is 160 km
Accomodation : Click here to find the hotels in Leh
Best time to visit : Ladakh is open from early June to November. It would be better to visit the area in between July and October.
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