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Changu Lake
Vacation Tour
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Changu Lake is
literally known as the ' source of the lake' in Bhutia
language. Situated around 35 kms away from Gangtok, the
capital of Sikkim, this calm lake is located at an altitude of
12,310 ft on the Gangtok Nathu La highway.
The lake is about 1 km. Long, oval in shape, 15 meters deep
and is considered sacred by the local people. It's cool,
placid water smoothly merges with the scenic beauty around.
This placid lake remains frozen during the winter months up to
mid-May.
The lake has charming Alpine forests, which is home to some
rare animals like the Red Panda, Brahminy ducks and variety of
birds. Between the month of May and August one can see a
variety of flowers blooming like the Rhododendrous, various
species of Primulas, Blue and Yellow Poppies, Iries etc.
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NOTE : Foreigners are
not allowed to visit Changu Lake and the Indian tourists are
allowed only if they have inner permit, since the Lake falls
in the restricted area.
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