अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
What is the elevation of Nathu La Pass?
Nathu La Pass is situated at an elevation of 4,310 metres (14,140 feet) above sea level in the East Sikkim district of Sikkim.
Can foreign nationals visit Nathu La Pass?
No, foreign tourists and OCI/PIO cardholders are strictly prohibited from visiting Nathu La due to international border security regulations, though they can visit Tsomgo Lake with a permit.
On which days is Nathu La open for tourists?
Nathu La is officially open for civilian tourism from Wednesday to Sunday, and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays for military operations and road maintenance.
What sacred lake is visited on the way to Nathu La?
Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake), a pristine glacial lake sitting at 3,753 metres, is visited along the highway to Nathu La.
What is the historic significance of Nathu La?
Nathu La was an ancient trade corridor of the Silk Road that connected India with Lhasa in Tibet, reopened for border trade between India and China in 2006.