India is a country of mystery, myth, and natural wonder—and its lakes are no different. Behind their serene beauty, some of the subcontinent's lakes contain strange secrets, inexplicable occurrences, and menacing legends that defy science and reason.
From buried skeletons in Himalayan snow to lakes that change color or froth, these lakes are travel destinations—living legends. Let's see some of India's strangest lakes, beginning with the world-famous Skeleton Lake of Roopkund.