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Efforts to preserve Kharkhari Lake are underway, primarily because of its popularity with tourists. |
Efforts to preserve Kharkhari Lake are underway, primarily because of its popularity with tourists. |
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* Visit Timing: No, the Exact visit timing is available, we recommend that sunrise to sunset is the ideal time to visit |
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* Entry Fee: There is no Entry Charge |
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* Location: Kharigari, Tamil Nadu <ref>{{Cite web |title=Jigsky - Travel Beyond the Map |url=https://www.jigsky.com/ |access-date=2024-02-19 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Beyond the lake itself, [https://www.jigsky.com/karigiri-lake/ Kharkhari Lake] offers plenty of opportunities for exploration. Visitors also can explore on a trek along the scenic trails through the surrounding hills. Along the way, you'll encounter vibrant flora and fauna, hidden waterfalls, and panoramic viewpoints that offer sweeping vistas of the lake below.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Iqra |date=2024-02-19 |title=Kharkhari Lake Tour 2024 |url=https://www.jigsky.com/karigiri-lake/ |access-date=2024-02-19 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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![]() Kharkhari Lake in Swat Valley | |
Location | Kalam Valley , Swat Valley |
Coordinates | 35°40′38″N 72°24′03″E / 35.67722°N 72.40083°E |
Lake type | Glacial lake |
Primary inflows | Glacial waters |
Primary outflows | Mahoo Dand |
Catchment area | z |
Basin countries | Pakistan |
Surface elevation | 9,488.2 ft (2,892.0 m) |
Settlements | Kalam Valley |
Kharkhari Lake (Urdu: خرخڑئی جھیل), also known as Kharkhari Danda (Pashto: خرخڑئی) in Pashto, is an alpine glacial lake located in the Gabral Valley to the north of Kalam Valley in the Swat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It is reachable by road from the town of Kalam, following the Utror River to Bahandra.[1]
Kharkhari Lake is situated near the Utror Gabral Valley.
Geography and Access
Situated to the north of the Kalam Valley, Kharkhari Lake offers a pristine natural setting surrounded by the landscapes of the Gabral Valley. Travelers can embark on a scenic journey from the town of Kalam, navigating the Utror River until reaching the picturesque destination of Bahandra.
Tourism
Kharkhari Lake has become a popular destination for tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Some adventurous visitors choose to camp along its serene banks, immersing themselves in the peaceful ambiance. The lake itself is predominantly blue with a hint of green.[2]
Efforts to preserve Kharkhari Lake are underway, primarily because of its popularity with tourists.
See also
- Katora Lake – Kumrat Valley
- Saidgai Lake – Swat Valley
- Mahodand Lake – Kalam Valley
- Kundol Lake – Kalam Valley
- Daral Lake – Swat Valley
- Lake Saiful Muluk – Kaghan Valley
- List of Tourist attractions in Swat – List of tourist attractions in Swat
References
- ^ "Kharkhari Lake - Waadi Swat". Retrieved 4 September 2021.
- ^ "Summer retreat: The jewel in Swat's crown". tribune.com.pk. 3 July 2015. Retrieved 4 September 2021.
External links
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