Lake Manasarovar
Manasarovar lies at about 4,586 m and is one of Tibet's three great sacred lakes, considered the holiest freshwater lake. Its clear water frames Naimona'nyi and Kailash together, and ritual bathing and circumambulation matter deeply here.
Overview
Quick facts about Lake Manasarovar
Manasarovar lies at about 4,586 m and is one of Tibet's three great sacred lakes, considered the holiest freshwater lake. Its clear water frames Naimona'nyi and Kailash together, and ritual bathing and circumambulation matter deeply here.
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 4,586 m (15,046 ft) |
| Visit length | About 2 hours |
| Opening hours | Daylight hours; check seasonal access |
| Good to know | Respect bathing and ritual areas; do not disturb offerings. |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Designated parking area at the site entrance
- Bus: Access is by tour vehicle or chartered car
Hotels near Lake Manasarovar
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
Average daily high and low in °C, and monthly rain in mm. Roads to this area can close in winter.
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