Exploring the Lakes and Glaciers in Southeastern Tibet

Few landscapes can surpass the grandeur of southeastern Tibet, where countless breathtaking glaciers, snow mountains, forests and lakes scatter around casually, like an impressionism art work created by God. Midui Glacier—Priceless Sapphire Midui Glacier is recognized as 1 of the 6 most beautiful glaciers in Chinaby China National Geography Magazine. It is located in Yupu Town, about 100 kmeast of the county seat of Bome, Nyingchi Prefecture. Being famous for itsgrant ice basin, frequent snow avalanches, and giant ice cascade as long as 700to 800 meters, it’s a natural park of glaciers. The best time to visit is from May to October. Many travelers would liketo trek there. Normally, Rawok Town makes a perfect starting point. The trektakes about 2 hours and you can return to Rawok Town within the same day.

Rawok Lake—Extreme Tranquility

Ranwok is surrounded by magnificent snow-capped mountains and forests. Its total area is 22,000 square km, at anelevation of 3,850 meters. The famous Lhegu Glacier is standing to the north ofRawok Lake. When the ice melts, water flows into Rawok Lake, keeping the lakeabundant. In addition, thawed snow makes the water demonstrate different colorsin different seasons. The best time to visit is autumn. You cansee upright peaks, white glaciers, blue lakes, green grasslands, floatingclouds and lush forests. The water is crystal clear, depicting the colorfulmountain standing around.

NamtsoLake - Tears of God

Namtso Lake is the largest lake inTibet. It means “Heavenly Lake” in Tibetan language. The melted snow and ice fromNyenchen Tangula Mountains is the main water supply of Namtso Lake. With lushgrass growing on the vast land near the lake, the place boasts the best pastureland of northern Tibet. Wildlife creatures, especially precious birds, find theplace to be an ideal habitat. Besides the 5 islands in the lake, there are 5peninsulas reaching into the lake.
The best time to visit is from June to September, the rainy season ofNamtso. The lake is a miraculous shade of turquoise. In winter seasons, theremay be occasional snows which often block the road.

Gawalong Heavenly Lake—Virgin Land

Gawalong Heavenly Lake is a least-visited place because of its extremely high elevation. The winding road around Gawalong Mountain to the heavenly lake is also a natural barrier that maroons the lake from outside world. However, when you cross the formidable fence, you will be amazed by its transparent lake and picturesque scenery.

Tibet is the plateau with the largest number of alpine lakes on Earth, covers totally 23,800 square kilometers lakes, See Top 10 Lakes which Tibet Vista highly recommend for tourists.