<p>The Wetland Atlas, prepared by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, has stated that Cho-Lhamu is the highest lake in the country and the sixth highest lake in the world, state Tourism Minister Bhim Dhungel said here today.<br /><br />The Teesta river, stated to be the lifeline of Sikkim, has its origin in Cho-Lhamu lake, located near the Donkiala pass and only about five km from the Indo-China border.<br />Dhungel said the recognition for Cho-Lhamu lake would boost the tourism industry of the state.</p>
<p>The Wetland Atlas, prepared by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, has stated that Cho-Lhamu is the highest lake in the country and the sixth highest lake in the world, state Tourism Minister Bhim Dhungel said here today.<br /><br />The Teesta river, stated to be the lifeline of Sikkim, has its origin in Cho-Lhamu lake, located near the Donkiala pass and only about five km from the Indo-China border.<br />Dhungel said the recognition for Cho-Lhamu lake would boost the tourism industry of the state.</p>