Pakistan is one of those blessed by God in those countries where you can travel from sea level through the deserts, lush green plains and, finally, the snow-capped mountains as K-2, and many other great views of nature for the better. Up in the mountains are some of the most spectacular lakes, with ice water and the reflections of the beautiful snow-capped mountains. Not only that, even if it is a picturesque lake to the other provinces of Pakistan, and tap the lake near Quetta (Baluchistan), Manchar Kinch and lakes of the province, and Sund Kallaren Kahar Rawal and lakes in Punjab. This section contains Pakistanpaedia readers to the wonderful world of wetlands and lakes, leaving the eternal impact of tourists who come to Pakistan from around the world.
We begin our journey to the Arabian Sea in Sindh province and see some of its spectacular lakes:
Manchar Lake: Lake Manchar is located at a distance of about 18 km from Sehwan Sharif, Dadu district, west of the Indus is by far the largest freshwater lake in Pakistan and one of the most important in Asia. This is a great natural depression flanked by hills to the west and Khirthar Laki hills in the south. The area of the lake fluctuates with the seasons as little as 350 square kilometers to 520 km ². The lake collects water from numerous small streams in the mountains Kirthar, and flows into the River Indus. It provided a livelihood for many fishermen, irrigation water for different crops and aquatic plants including lotus. The lake was created in 1930, when the dam was built Sukkur the river Indus. The lake is fed by two channels, one channel Aral Wah Canal and the River Indus danister. Until recently, the lake has supported thousands of fishermen, people who depended on fresh water fish they caught in the lake.
For Keenjhar Lake (Sanctuary Noori right)
Keenjhar Lake: 16 km Thatta is located on the left side of the Keenjhar Lake, also known as Lake Kalra. This is also a freshwater lake. As an important ecological role in the functioning of the Indus basin. The lake has an area of international importance for breeding, staging and wintering waterfowl, supports up to 140 000 birds, including Wigeon, Pochard and Common Coot Black. The lake is a major source of drinking water in Karachi, and supports an important fishery. One of the Folk Lores Sindi is your love girl fisherman Jam Tamachi is. The King Jam Tamachi was Sammah dynasty to marry the girl and the shrine at the center of the lake because of Noori, the fisher girl Mohana. King Jam Tamachi is buried in the same Makli Hills. The shrine is said to be dated around the 18 th century.
Black-necked Stork - Being Wicks Swan - Marsh Crocodile Lake Haleji
Haleji Lake: Located in the district of Thatta, 70 km (about 52 miles) from Karachi, the lake is the largest bird sanctuary in Asia, where every winter, thousands of migratory birds that come from Siberia. Migratory birds are the Dalmatian pelican, the Wigeon and Black Coot. Thousands of Black-crowned Night Heron roost area. Less than 223 species of birds have been recorded around Lake Haleji. For example, Osprey, Fish Eagle Pallas, buzzards, harriers, falcons, wigeon, coot, shoveler, pintail, teal, mallards, herons, Jacana, flamingos, and sometimes of Bewick swans.
In Punjab province, a series of man made and natural lakes that are essential for the stopover of migratory birds near a source of natural vegetation, Fisher and water supply for residents. Some of these are as follows:
Ucchali lake complex: Located on the southern outskirts of the Cordillera de la Sal, surrounded by cliffs, is a group of natural lakes - and Khabbeki Ucchali Jhallar in Khushab district. These lakes are said to be 400 years or more. The lakes are a haven of choice for migratory birds and was declared a protected sanctuary for migratory birds and native called the World Wildlife Fund. Located 800 meters above the sea, the lakes have some marsh vegetation and are mostly surrounded by farmland, which is crossed by picturesque hills. The lakes are fed by spring seepage from adjacent areas, and runoff from nearby hills of the Cordillera de la Sal in history. The lakes are most important wintering areas for the rare White-headed duck (Oxyura leucocephala) in Pakistan, coming here from Central Asia.
Kallaren Kahar Lake
Kallaren Kahar Lake: The main attraction of the eastern Salt Range are the shrine of Shah at Choa Saidan Saidan Shah, the lake and shrine of Abdul Qadir Gilani at Kallaren Kahar and the Hindu temple complex in Kata. Kallaren Kahar is located about 135 km from Rawalpindi. The TDCP built a six-room motel and restaurant overlooking Kallaren Kahar (Salt Lake) with navigation facilities. The Shiva temple in Kata (10th century) and other temples around Kata are valuable pieces of architecture and history.
Rawal Lake: This man glittering surface of the lake is 8.8 square kilometers. Terraced garden and the lake are ideal for picnics, fishing and boating. The highest point in the garden, commands views of the lake, and Margallah Hills Murree, Rawalpindi and Islamabad. PTDC Jaltarang Restaurant offers snack bar for visitors.
Khanpur Lake: This beautiful lake / dam is 48 km from Islamabad on Taxila-Haripur Road. It is ideal for day trip / picnic, boating, fishing and see migratory birds in winter.
Simli Lake about 30 km from Islamabad lies Simli lake and dam. He can be reached by road or by Kahu Lehtrar Bhar. It is fed by melting snow and natural springs of Murree hills. The water stored in the lake is supplied to Islamabad for drinking water. Fishing and boating are also permitted in the lake. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has a nursing home in Dam Square, which can be booked through its head office in Islamabad.
Hana Lake - Quetta
Balochistan province is also a province without water, so no major wetlands can be seen. With the arrival of a series of dams, however, the number will rise. Currently, Hana Lake, near the capital of Quetta is the lifeline for people in Quetta and the surrounding area - located ten kilometers from Quetta, the confluence of Urak Valley. The picturesque lake with its blue-green water is a rich contrast to the brown sand hills in the background. The lake has its appeal and boats are available on line around the lake. Sever weather, the lake dries up and threatens the very existence of human and animal life.
Norther Areas and North West Frontier Province of Pakistan is a paradise on earth. It has spectacular views of some beautiful scenery and spectacular in the world. Lakes with crystal clear waters are icy wonders of their own species - elsewhere.
Saif ul Muluk Lake
Saif ul Muluk Lake: The lake is located at the north end of the Kaghan Valley. At an altitude of 3224 meters (10,578 feet), it is among one of the largest lakes in Pakistan. The lake is located in the foothills of Malika Parbat mountain powerful, whose reflection shining in the lake and offers a fantastic Captiva tion. It is speculated that an underground river flows into the lake, which is why its depth is unknown. Malika Parbat at 5,290 meters (17,356 ft) is the highest mountain in the Kaghan Valley. The lake is accessible by a jeep road 14 km from Naran (which is accessible via a paved road from Mansehra via Balakot and Kaghan) during the summer months. On foot, the journey from Naran to the lake about 4-6 hours. The water is clear with a slight green tint. The clarity of the water comes from many glaciers around the high basin feeding the lake, which gives a good nature.
However, the lake is now being environmental degradation resulting from water is saltwater fish kill people and forcing fishermen to seek employment elsewhere. Until recently, the lake, stopping on the Indus Flyway for migratory Siberia, but now the number has decreased from 25 000 birds counted in 1988 to only 2,800 birds counted in 2002 because the Lake no longer give the staple food of birds, fish the lake. Instead of the birds that now the lake is host to a salt water reed.
Rama Lake - Astore
Rama Lake: One of the most picturesque spots, nine kilometers from the beautiful valley of Astore in Northern Area is Rama Lake. Besides being a beautiful destination, alpine forests around gives a nice atmosphere. The region has many walkers / walking routes and some of them are ideal for jeep safaris. PTDC Motel of new construction in the Branch Lake is a welcome addition as a major tourist center. By virtue of their particular situation, can easily serve as a base camp for hikers and climbers to scale the mighty heights of Nanga Parbat.
Satpara lake: one of the largest freshwater lakes in the country. Basically, the lake offers ample opportunity for trout fishing, sailing and rowing. Motel newly built and furnished PTDC is ideally situated, overlooking the lake Satpara. The Motel is nine kilometers from Skardu, the capital of Baltistan and takes about 20 minutes by jeep. Another hour drive by jeep will take you to an altitude of 16,000 feet above the plateau in second place in the world popularly known as Deosai Plain.
Kachur Lagos (Shangrila restaurant in the foothills on the right)
Kachur Lakes: There are two lakes near Skardu, which are famous for deep blue waters and brown trout making it a pleasure fishermen. Kachur Upper Lake has a depth of 70 meters. Kachur Minor Shangrila Lake or lake is a 20 minute drive from Skardu town (about 2500 meters or feet of 8200). Visit here Deosai plains is an experience of a lifetime.
Mohodand Lake, Valley High Ushu (Kalam)
Mohodand Lake: One of the most beautiful lakes around Swat and Kalam is Mahodand Ushu the upper valley of the lake. The lake is near the lake and Saifullah Naseerullah. Access is a four-wheel drive car, and is a good fishing spot. Those who went to their shows, it was a life experience.
Dudipatsar Lake: The lake is located in the extreme north of Kaghan valley at an altitude of 3800 meters amidst the green hills reaching up to 4800 meters. The lake is surrounded by snowcapped mountains and has a heavenly landscape. The word "Dudi" means white and "SAR" means lake. This name was given to the lake because of the white snow on the surrounding peaks. In summer, the lake water reflects like a mirror. It is not easy to visit the lake because there are difficult trips. It takes about four to six hours to reach the lake after a walk and trekking difficult the last point of disembarkation. See some of his spectacular images. His beautiful blue-green water is very cold and also Dudipatsar is also close to another major Lake Lulus is contributing to the river that runs through Kaghan Valley Kunhar. Some distance from the lake is at the top of the neck or babus babus end of which is 150 km long Kaghan valley.
Lulus Lulus lake lies at an altitude of 11,200 feet (3410 m) in the valley of Naran, 48 kms from Naran itself. Wrapped in blue and gold wild flowers, the lake is the main source of Lake Kunhar river and has a baby next. Lulus is reminiscent of the 55 participants of 1857 war of independence, was arrested near the Lulus. You can rent a jeep to reach this beautiful lake Naran in four to five hours of time. Naran be left in the morning to be abck Naran before bed after a stay in the amazing Lulus
Local believes there is a volcano hidden under the surface of Lake Ucchali caused by the color of water keeps changing. The emergence of a rainbow-colored green and wide in 1982 for consecutive periods of 15 days is also attributed to this analogy. in 1982, was a strange phenomenon was observed in the villages and Ucchali Dhadhar. The lake water is also said to cure rheumatism and skin diseases. People have taken water from the lakes to Lahore and Karachi. People think that a pure white winged creature called the Great Egret, Gravel family that exists in the region is a symbol of longevity.
The lake is also in the way of another high altitude lake, called Lake Ansoo or Ansoo Jheel. The lake is famous for his fairy tales of Saiful Maluk written by the famous poet Mian Muhammad Baksh (This is the story of Prince of Persia, who fell in love with a fairy princess at the lake).
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