Thangu Valley
Thangu
A high plateau valley at about 3,900 metres, a rest stop on the way to Gurudongmar Lake for acclimatisation, with a vast valley and snow-peak landscape.
Thangu lies about 30 km north of Lachen. It is where vehicles stop for breakfast and to acclimatise to the altitude on the way to Gurudongmar Lake, and roadside shops sell hot tea and noodles. In summer the valley floor is covered with primulas and lousewort, and to the north you can see snowy peaks such as Khangchen Yo. Some foreign visitors' permits only allow them to travel as far as here or to Chopta Valley. The altitude is high, so move slowly when you get out of the vehicle.
Opening hours
Daytime (depends on itinerary)
Nearby sights
- Chopta Valley
- Yumthang Valley
- Lachen Village
- Lachen Monastery
- Zero Point (Yumesamdong)
- Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary
- Gurudongmar Lake
- Lachung Village