Lachulung La Pass

 

Lachulung La Pass

The pass is a located on the Leh-Manali Highway, separating the valley of Tsarap Chu Chu and the Tozay, approximately 8 kilometers from La Nakee. At the height of 16,616 feet, Lachulung La is quite close to the Sarchu and Pangong Lake. While crossing the pass, visitors should take a halt to admire its stunning beauty and see the wonders of the nature. From the driving point of view, Lachulung La is easy to pass by. But one has to be little cautious as due to high elevation, tourists becomes more prone to the altitude sickness. Close to the milestone of the Lachulung La, there are piles of stones where one may hang the Buddhist flag as it is considered auspicious.