Manthokha Waterfall

Manthokha Waterfall
Manthoka Waterfall
Manthoka Waterfall with local herder with sheep.
Interactive map of Manthokha Waterfall
LocationManthokha Baltistan, Kharmang Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Coordinates35°04′N 75°55′E / 35.06°N 75.92°E / 35.06; 75.92
Total height180 ft (55 m)
WatercourseIndus Valley

Manthokha Waterfall also spelt Manthoka Waterfall, is a waterfall located in the Kharmang Valley, Skardu, in Gilgit-Baltistan, in the extreme northern region of Pakistan. The waterfall has surface height of approximately180 feet (55 m), and located at a distance of around 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Skardu, the largest city of Gilgit Baltistan.

Tourism

An aerial view of the waterfall

The waterfall is set in green pastures, with streams, amid the towering Karakorum mountains. A nearby restaurant serves local trout fish, and sightseers can also visit the fish farm.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Amin, Muzhira (26 August 2023). "Lost and found in Skardu - where mountains meet the soul". Dawn. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  2. ↑ Ahmed, Ashfaq (20 August 2023). "Dubai's new flight to Skardu: A magical destination in Pakistan beckons". Gulf News. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
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  4. ↑ Abbas, Waheed (20 August 2023). "UAE-Pakistan flights: Experience cold desert, snow-capped mountains, waterfalls; 6 best places to visit in Skardu". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 6 November 2024.