9 beautiful lakes in Pakistan

We look at nine of the most beautiful lakes across the country


Web Desk November 12, 2015

Pakistan won't always be on the top of a traveler's list and it's a shame that the country doesn't attract much tourism. However, a recent trip by Humans of New York's Brandon Stanton shows that the country has a lot to offer.

Pakistan is home to some of the most beautiful lakes in the world and we look at nine of the most beautiful lakes across the country.

1. Satpara Lake

With close proximity to Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Satpara Lake is surrounded by mountains and fed by the Satpara stream.

PHOTO: MOIN KHAN- ADIFFERENTAGENDA

2. Naltar Lake

The breathtaking Naltar Lake also known as the ‘Bashkiri Lake’ is also situated in Gilgit-Baltistan.

PHOTO: MARYAM ZAIDI

3. Attabad Lake

Attabad Lake is also known as the Gojal Lake and is situated in Hunza's Gojal Valley.

PHOTO: MOIN KHAN - ADIFFERENTAGENDA

4. Rainbow Lake, Domal

The Rainbow Lake is a serene lake located in Gilgit-Baltistan's Minimarg area.



5. Lake Saiful Muluk

This lake is nothing short of breath-taking. Located at the northern end of Kaghan Valley, near Naran, the lake attracts tourists all year round.

PHOTO: DEFENCE.PK

6. Upper Kachura

There are two main lakes in the Skardu district of Gilgit-Baltistan. The Upper Kachura and Lower Kachura.

The Upper Kachura Lake is the most unexplored by tourists.

PHOTO: SUMMIT POST

7. Lower Kachura

Lower Kachura Lake is the more visited out of the two, with tourists visiting all year round.

PHOTO: FLICKR

8. Handrab Lake

Handrab Lake is located in Gilgit-Baltistan and is over 10,000 feet above sea level.

PHOTO: USMAN BUKHARI

9. Sheosar Lake, Deosai Plains

Sheosar Lake is located in Deosai National Park, in Gilgit-Baltistan. The lake is accessible through two routes, Skardu and Astore District.

PHOTO: TOURISMINPAKISTAN

 

COMMENTS (9)

Alexa | 2 years ago | Reply

Nice article thanks for sharing it I just write an article on lakes in Pakistan review it as well.

Faisal | 8 years ago | Reply The last pic my friend, is not Sheosar, its a small pond on Paya meadows. In the back makra peak is clearly visible.
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