9 Clearest Lakes In India You Need To Visit At Least Once

Tenzin Chodon

Pangong Tso, Ladakh

One of India's most famous high-altitude lakes, Pangong Tso is known for its clear waters that shift between shades of blue and turquoise throughout the day.

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Gurudongmar Lake, Sikkim

Formed by glacial melt, Gurudongmar Lake is among the world's highest lakes, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters set against snow-covered Himalayan peaks.

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Chandratal Lake, Himachal Pradesh

Known as the Moon Lake, Chandratal is a crescent-shaped alpine lake with clear waters surrounded by the rugged landscapes of the Spiti region.

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Sattal, Uttarakhand

Sattal is a group of seven interconnected freshwater lakes surrounded by oak and pine forests. Its transparent waters attract birdwatchers and nature lovers alike.

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Tsomgo Lake, Sikkim

Located at about 12,000 ft, Tsomgo Lake is a glacial lake known for its crystal-clear waters, which change colour with the seasons and weather.

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Kareri Lake, Himachal Pradesh

Filled by melting snow from the Dhauladhar range, Kareri Lake is a shallow freshwater lake where the clear water often reveals the rocky lakebed below.

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Deoria Tal, Uttarakhand

Deoria Tal is famous for its calm, crystal-clear waters that create beautiful reflections of the Chaukhamba peaks, especially during mornings.

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Umngot River (Dawki), Meghalaya

Often called Dawki Lake by travellers, this water body has glass-like transparency, and its water is so flawlessly clear that boats look like they are floating in mid-air.

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Tarsar Lake, Jammu & Kashmir

An alpine lake hidden in the Kashmir Valley, Tarsar is famous for its glass-clear waters that mirror the surrounding green meadows and mountain ridges.

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