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Katora Lake

Chitral & Gilgit-Baltistan
Katora Lake is an alpine glacial lake located in the upper reaches of Kumrat Valley near Jahaz Banda in the Upper Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 

This beautiful emerald lake is at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level and is like a bowl shape. The word Katora in the locals’ language means bowl; that’s why it is called Katora Lake. It is because the nearby melting glacier waters feed it.
Crystal-clear waters, a serene environment, and high in the snowy mountains are a treat for the eyes at Katora Lake. It is a perfect place for enjoying the serene, tranquil atmosphere, and the soothing sounds of running streams and birdsong in summer. One can also enjoy trekking and other outdoor activities there.

Katora Lake - an alpine glacial lake in the upper reaches of Kumrat Valley in Pakistan
Shams Uddin
Shams Uddin
Shams Uddin in a wildlife guide and protector from Chitral valley, northern Pakistan.
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