Yamdrok Lake

Yamdrok Lake

one of the largest Tibetan sacred lakes with crystal clear water
Yamdrok Lake - one of the largest Tibetan sacred lakes with crystal clear water

Location: 

Yamzho Yumco 羊卓雍错

Duration: 

Saturday, September 2, 2017

Personal highlights

  1. Yamdrok Lake: one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibetinfo-icon 
  2. Mount Kailash: in the distance, sacred for Hindus and Buddhists
  3. Gamba La Pass: reaching the lake after passing the high peak
  4. Tibetan Mastiff: huge nomadic dog, used to protect sheep
  5. Journey: on a day trip from Lhasa to the stunning nature

Image sources

  1. Exploring Lake Yamdrok
  2. Group picture with a Tibetan Mastiff
  3. A few souvenir booths along the way
  4. Me enjoying the lake

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