The term “Manas” in Sanskrit means “mind,” while “Sarovar” means “lake,” giving the phrase a loose translation of “lake created by the mind.” This lake is particularly special for a couple of reasons. Firstly, it holds great spiritual significance for nearly a billion people in this region. Secondly, its remoteness and high elevation make it notable; it is situated at 15,100 feet, making it the seventh-highest freshwater lake in the world and covering 125 square miles. The lake is fed by the nearby Kailash glacier, which has also been affected by global climate change, thereby affecting the lake. The vegetation in the area is quite sparse, as depicted in the image. Winters can be extremely cold and snowbound, while the other seasons are generally mild and comfortable.
In the background of the area where we camped overnight, there was a hill. This picture was taken from an elevated spot, capturing the vast expanse of the lake.
