Aerial view of Basum Co Lake

Basum Co Lake located in Nyingchi, Tibet sits 3,480 meters above sea level, which is the lowest large lake in Tibet. The lake is azure green, clear, and translucent and stunning with water reflection of surrounding snow-capped mountains and trees.

Basum Co Lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

Tashi Island in the middle of the lake.

Tourists visiting Tashi Island.

A cruise ship traveling on the lake.