The lake takes its name after the eminent guru Padmasambhava, who is believed to have traversed this region during his visit to Tibet. At an elevation of 17000 ft, Gurudongmar Lake is probably the most astounding lake on the planet. It lies in the North side of the Khangchengyao Range and is enclosed all around by snow-secured mountains, the holy lake solidifies during the winters with the exception of at one spot, which the ardent conviction has been particularly honoured. The name Gurudongmar is gotten from the name of the Guru Padmasambhava who is thought to have visited Tibet through this zone. The region is said to be honoured by Guru Padmasambhava. There is a sanctuary of the Guru other than the lake.

Location: North Sikkim
Best Time To Visit: March to June
Famous for: Highest Lake in the world