Lama Dal
Lama Dal | |
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Laam Dal | |
Lama Dal | |
Location | Chamba district |
Coordinates | 32°20′12″N 76°19′51″E / 32.33667°N 76.33083°ECoordinates: 32°20′12″N 76°19′51″E / 32.33667°N 76.33083°E |
Lake type | High altitude lake |
Basin countries | India |
Surface elevation | 3,960 m (12,990 ft) |
References | Himachal Pradesh Tourism Dep. |
Lama Dal or Laam Dal is a high altitude lake located in Piura Dhar, district Chamba (45 km from Chamba main town) about 3,960m above the sea level. [1]
History[]
Lama Dal lake is held sacred to Lord Shiva. It is part of holy pilgrimage that is held in July/August based on Hindu calendar. Kareri Lake is situated just 3 km (air distance) south west. This lake is a moderate/advance trekking destination accessible via Ghera (road accessible) - Kareri - Kareri Lake and also via Mcleod Gung (road accessible) - Truid - Bagga trail.
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Categories:
- Lakes of Himachal Pradesh
- Geography of Chamba district
- Himachal Pradesh geography stubs