Zharba Lake

Zharba Lake
Zharba Lake
Location of Zharba Lake in Pakistan.
Location of Zharba Lake in Pakistan.
Zharba Lake
Location within Pakistan
LocationShigar, Gilgit–Baltistan
Coordinates35°21′44″N 75°41′54″E / 35.36222°N 75.69833°E / 35.36222; 75.69833 (Zharba Tso)
Basin countriesPakistan
Max. length1.4 kilometres (0.87 mi)
Max. width260 metres (850 ft)
SettlementsShigar

Zharba Tso or Blind Lake is a panoramic lake near Shigar Valley, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan region in Pakistan. The lake is used as a water reservoir for the residents of Shigar Valley. It is fed by the Indus River.

The lake is on the way of Shigar Valley, around 30 minutes' drive from Skardu. It is surrounded by the Indus River on one side and the Shigar River to the other side. It is sometimes used for rafting competitions.

References

  1. ↑ "Gilgit-Baltistan - The Northern Areas of Pakistan". Pakistan Travel Forum. Archived from the original on 2020-10-18. Retrieved 2016-01-24.
  2. ↑ "Geography & Climate | North Pakistan | Northern Areas of Pakistan". www.northpakistan.com. Archived from the original on 2020-10-17. Retrieved 2016-01-24.
  3. ↑ "Tourism, Sports, Culture, Archaeology & Museums Department | District Tours". www.visitgilgitbaltistan.gov.pk. Retrieved 2025-04-20.
  4. ↑ "Zharba Lake or Jarba Lake Shigar Skardu Baltistan". Zharba Lake or Jarba Lake Shigar Skardu Baltistan - Travel Pakistan. Retrieved 2016-01-24.
  5. ↑ Nagri, Jamil (2023-10-08). "Colours, culture and thrill, all in one at Sarfaranga". Dawn. Retrieved 2025-04-20.