Chandratal

Chandratal is a lake situated at an altitude of about 4,300 meters on the Himalayas, which is famous for its natural beauty. It comes under Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. It is called “Chandratal” due to its shape which is similar to the moon. It is a clear water lake, whose water shines like glass and is completely pollution-free. This lake attracts tourists from all over the world. There is a movement of adventure enthusiasts throughout the year. This place is very famous among adventurous tourists with interests like trekking and camping. There is also an island in the middle of the lake, which is called the sea island. It is also surprising that this lake does not show any source of water while the path of exit is clear.

Main Attraction

Apart from enjoying the beauty of Chandratal lake, you can plan a trip to other places of Lahaul Spiti. You can enjoy excursions from Chandratal to Key Math, Chandratal Trek, Suraj Tal Lake, Kunjum Pass, Dhankar Lake, Pin Valley National Park, Dhankar Math, Kibber, Tabo Math, Trilokinath Temple etc.

Best time to visit Chandratal

Since it is a famous tourist destination, tourists keep visiting here throughout the year. If you are fond of adventure, you can come here at any time. The ideal time to visit here is from June to October. The weather here is very cold during winter.