The Pangong Lake has become a must on any Ladakh tour that you are going on. This gorgeous blue lake gained famed after the famous movie 3 idiots showed it in all its glory and beauty. Since then the Pangong Lake has been crowded by tourists from all over the world. The scenic lake is so mesmerising that you will find yourself gazing at it for hours. From the changing colours with the sun rays to the idyllic mountains in the background, the Pangong Lake shows the natural beauty of Ladakh.
According to popular belief and stories, this lake is the remnant of the sea when the Himalayas emerged out of it. The lake is salty and has no fishes that swim around here due to its high altitude. You will, however, find many migratory birds that come here in all shapes, colours and sizes and makes the Pangong Lake even more iconic and gorgeous. Some of the birds even lay their eggs or build a temporary nest.The Pangong Lake with all its shades of blue and rustic brown hills in the background is perhaps the most photogenic place in the whole of India. It is quite impossible to look away at the sheer marvellous sheen that this lake reflects. The Pangong Lake remains frozen during the winter season, so come here between April and September, and you might find it in its best form.
