Sela Lake

Sela Lake Latest News

Two tourists from Kerala drowned after the frozen surface of Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district gave way recently.

About Sela Lake

• Sela Lake, also known as Paradise Lake, is a glacial lake located near Sela Pass in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Sela Pass is a crucial mountain pass connecting the Tawang region with the rest of Arunachal Pradesh.
• It lies at an altitude of 13,700 feet (4,170 meters) and is surrounded by snow-clad mountains.
• Its crystal-clear waters reflect the peaks around it, offering a stunning view.
• The lake is usually frozen all winter because of its very cold temperatures (below zero).
• The lake and its surroundings have limited vegetation because of the altitude. 
• Locals and Buddhist monks consider Sela Lake a sacred site.
• It is one of the 101 sacred lakes in the Tawang region, each with its own spiritual story.

Source: TELE

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