By The Holy Lake of Spiti, Nako Lake in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur district, is a paradise-like lake. It is one of the region’s most popular and well-known tourist attractions. It is well-known for its visual beauty and gives a spectacular view of the snow-capped mountains, making it an incredibly gorgeous location that draws a large number of tourists, particularly photographers and nature enthusiasts.
Location
The lake, which is located 12,000 feet above sea level, has four modest but significant Buddhist temples nearby, as well as a monastery and a helipad, all of which are around a kilometer away. The lake, which is bordered by thickets of Poplar and Willow trees, has a range of lodging and dining options nearby, including a number of low-cost Home Stays that are popular with travelers. Residents are quite nice and courteous, which adds to the attraction of the lake and hamlet.
How to reach Nako Lake
One of the most well-known Kinnaur lakes is Spiti Holy Lake. It is about halfway between Shimla and Kaza. Shimla (307 miles), Kalpa (100 km), and Kaza (112 km) are all cities close to it. Shimla is the most well-connected of these cities to India’s major cities.
Best time to Visit
The lake in Kinnaur’s Pooh subdivision remains frozen during the months of December and January, making it an excellent place to play ice hockey and ice skating. Between April and October is the best season to visit Nako Lake because the weather is more favorable. Winter’s peak period should be avoided because roads remain closed for days after snowfall.
Main Tourist Attractions
Four Tibetan temples surround Nako Lake. There are four caverns around the shrine that are thought to be where saint Padmasambhava meditated. These were the caves where Guru Padmasambhava revealed his teachings to his disciples.
A neighboring waterfall has snow water cascading down like a river of milk. It is said to be a celestial land of fairies. The fairies’ or other demigods’ live footprints may still be visible in one of the caverns. It is a sacred spot for the people who live in these valleys. Moreover, ladakh and the Spiti Valley are among the places where devotees come from all over the world.
A waterfall near the lake is said to be the heavenly residence of fairies, according to tradition and locals. It’s also reported that finding the waterfall is difficult due to the lack of a proper trail. Tourists can enjoy boating on the glistening lake or taking in the splendor of the lovely mountains during the month of September.
Conclusion
Begin your day at Nako by taking a short hike up the mountain behind the lake. Climb the little hill behind the lake to the ‘chorten’ for a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the lake, settlement, and surrounding Alps. During the day, wander around the hamlet, pay a visit to the monastery, and strike up a conversation with the locals. Spend the evening beside the lake because it is very spectacular, with the sun sinking over the snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
Because of its proximity to the Tibet border, a tour to Nako Lake requires special clearance from the inner line. Nako is a must-see place for travelers visiting Himachal searching for a soothing and revitalizing experience. The surrounding natural surroundings, as well as the view of the eternal snow, are both beautiful and attractive. Nako Lake, Himachal Pradesh’s odd and intriguing lake, is worth exploring.
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