| Kailash 07.12.2025 |


*“Kailash”*


After understanding the importance and greatness of this beautiful lake during the Kailash Yatra, now I will tell you about the vast lake on the other side, known as Rakshas Tal!

So let us now read about it!


### *“Rakshas Tal”*


The significance of Rakshas Tal is mainly connected with ancient legends. It is believed to be the place where Ravana performed his intense penance, which is why it is considered a symbol of negativity, unrighteousness, and imbalance—while the nearby Manasarovar Lake is a symbol of purity. Due to its salty and poisonous water, it is regarded as inauspicious, and taking a dip in it is prohibited.

But the truth is also this: meditating here is believed to help overcome fear and bad habits, encouraging deep self-reflection.


Located near Mount Kailash, Rakshas Tal is also known as the “Lake of the Demon.” The lake is crescent-shaped, and followers of Buddhism see it as a symbol of darkness. In Hindu beliefs, it is said that after bathing in Rakshas Tal, Ravana sat nearby and performed penance, and hence the lake received its name. Many other beliefs are also associated with this mystical lake.


### *Beliefs associated with Rakshas Tal*


It is believed that Ravana took a dip in this lake during his penance. Because Ravana bathed here, the lake became filled with demonic energies, which is why even today people experience negativity near it.

Tibetans call it *Langgar Tso* or *Lhanag Tso*. According to Tibetans and followers of Buddhism, the water of Rakshas Tal is cursed, which is why it is also called the “Black Lake of Poison” in Tibet. Tibetans avoid going near it.

Even scientists have not been able to solve the mystery of why the water of Rakshas Tal is so salty and toxic.


We will learn more about this lake… to be continued!!

*Jai Vishw!! Jai Bhole Baba!