One of the most renowned places to visit in Bumthang, Mebar Tsho or the ‘Burning Lake’ should not be missed by any means! Situated around half an hours’ drive away from Chamkhar, legends have it that Pema Lingpa; an acclaimed treasure hunter, took a dip into this lamp and came out with a box and a paper scroll. The treasure discoverer also had a butter lamp in his other hand which was still burning. Since then, Mebar Tsho is considered as a holy site by the locals.
If not the legend, the spell-binding location of the lake would surely make you wonder in exclamation! Canopied by dense thickets, the Mebar Tsho flows through extremely uneven trails comprising of huge rocks and boulders. The serenity and calmness that prevails around the lake can merely be expressed in words; you need to visit Mebar Tsho to witness and realise its mysticism.
Visiting Hours: Throughout the Day
Entry Fees: No Charge