Tsomgo Lake, also called Changu Lake, sits at 12,313 feet in East Sikkim near Nathu La

Background

Tsomgo Lake, also known as Changu Lake, is situated at 12,313 feet above sea level in East Sikkim. It lies in the high-altitude Himalayan region near Nathu La Pass and is reached via Gangtok. Local folklore says the lake was formed from the tears of the gods, who wept on discovering the plight of local villagers. It is considered sacred by the indigenous Sikkimese people.