Chandra Taal
Lake in Himachal Pradesh, India / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Chandra Taal (lit. 'moon lake') is a lake in the upper Chandra valley of the Lahul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.[1] Chandra Taal is near the source of the Chandra River. Despite the rugged and inhospitable surroundings, it is in a protected niche with some flowers and wildlife in summer. It is a favourite spot for tourists and high-altitude trekkers. It is usually associated with Spiti, although geographically it lies in the watershed of the Chandra River of Lahaul. Kunzum La separates Lahaul and Spiti valleys.
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Chandra Taal | |
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Location | Western Himalaya, Lahaul Valley, Himachal Pradesh |
Coordinates | 32.47518°N 77.61706°E / 32.47518; 77.61706 |
Type | Sweet Water Lake |
Basin countries | India |
Max. length | 1 km (0.62 mi)[1] |
Max. width | 0.5 km (0.31 mi)[1] |
Surface elevation | 4,250 m (13,940 ft) |
Islands | 1 |
Official name | Chandertal Wetland |
Designated | 8 November 2005 |
Reference no. | 1569[2] |
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