Tso Moriri
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A remote high-altitude lake in the Changthang region, a wetland of international importance and a breeding ground for rare birds.
Natural wonderChangthang, Leh districtBest time to visit: June to September
Highlights
- Still blue waters ringed by snow peaks
- Bar-headed geese and black-necked cranes in summer
- The village and monastery of Korzok on the shore
- Kiang (Tibetan wild ass) on the surrounding plains
Significance
Tso Moriri is a Ramsar site (wetland of international importance) and is protected as part of the Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. Changpa nomads graze their herds around it.