India's Frozen Wonders: 5 Stunning Lakes That Transform Into Icy Spectacles

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News18•18-01-2026, 13:30
India's Frozen Wonders: 5 Stunning Lakes That Transform Into Icy Spectacles
- •Discover five breathtaking high-altitude lakes across India, from Kashmir to Sikkim, that completely freeze during winter.
- •Pangong Tso in Ladakh, famous from '3 Idiots', becomes a vast frozen surface at 4,350m, known for its changing blue hues.
- •Roopkund Lake in Uttarakhand, at 4,800m, offers a mystical frozen landscape, famous for its mysterious human skeletons.
- •Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim, one of the world's highest at 5,430m, freezes into a dramatic sight with spiritual significance.
- •Alpather Lake in Gulmarg, Kashmir, and Suraj Tal in Himachal Pradesh also offer serene, frozen beauty amidst snow-capped peaks.
Why It Matters: Explore India's stunning high-altitude lakes that freeze in winter, offering unique icy landscapes and experiences.
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