Gurudongmar Lake
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Overview
Gurudongmar in North Sikkim, at about 5,148 m, is one of the highest lakes in India and a source of the Teesta.
It lies above 5,000 m in North Sikkim (official figures range from about 5,150 to 5,430 m), close to the Tibet border.
It is one of the highest lakes in India and a source of the Teesta.
It is sacred to Buddhists and Sikhs, and part of it does not freeze in winter.
The lake is visited by tourists from Lachen.
It is close to the border with China.
The lake is surrounded by snow peaks.
It is one of the sources of the Teesta.
Geography and key facts
- North Sikkim
- About 5,148 m
- Teesta source
- Above 5,000 m
- Sacred lake
Why it matters for UPSC
Asked on lakes.
Note for UPSC
North Sikkim; one of the highest lakes in India, a source of the Teesta.
Expect questions on the type of lake (lagoon, freshwater, saline), its state and any Ramsar status.
Asked in PYQs
No question in our Prelims bank names Gurudongmar Lake yet.
Key facts
- Type
- Lake / lagoon
- State / UT
- Sikkim
- Coordinates
- 28.020°N, 88.710°E
From the Map Explorer data; positions are for orientation.
In the lessons
- Forests, Wetlands, Mangroves and Coral Reefs (map lesson)