Lhagba Pool
The Lhagba Pool was a high altitude lake considered to exist, but an examination of evidence, including satellite photos leads to a conclusion that it has dried out.[1] It was considered the highest lake in Tibet and the second highest lake in the world, behind Ojos del Salado's crater lake.[2] The pool was supposed to lie at an elevation of 6,368 metres (20,892 ft) above sea level.[3] It was located between East Rongbuk Glacier and Lhagba La, around 5 km (3.1 mi) north of the Everest summit and 3 km (1.9 mi) east. It was not a major attraction, but was said to be a surprisingly wide (50m) and long (180m) lake.
Sketch map of Everest region
Sketch map of Kharta and environs
| Lhagba Pool | |
|---|---|
  Lhagba Pool | |
| Location | Mount Everest, Tibet Autonomous Region |
| Coordinates | 28°2′20″N 86°57′20″E |
| Type | Alpine lake |
| Surface elevation | 6,368 metres (20,892 ft) |
References
- "The Highest Lakes In The World". Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- "The Highest Lakes In The World". Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- "The Highest Lake in the World". Retrieved 20 August 2013.
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