As a backdrop to the landscape, the Hindukush mountain range provides a stunning backdrop to the lake itself. For its peace and quiet, the neighborhood has gained a reputation Birdsong is easily audible. An ice lake erupted when the glacier receded, forming the glacier. The surrounding region is eerily peaceful and has grown to be a popular tourist destination because of how serene it is. It is also a major supply of fresh water and boasts a population of trout.
PTDC hotel with a view of the lake may be found in the area. The glaciers in the area provide the water, which is very cold. The lake usually freezes over in the winter, making it safe for people to walk on. According to legend, Khalti Lake is the equal of Switzerland's Lac de Joux in the area where it's located.
Due to the frigid weather in
Gilgit-Baltistan, the top section of Khalti Lake has frozen over. At an
elevation of 7,000 feet above sea level, the lake is believed to be 30 to 70
feet across. The Gupis Valley in Ghizer district is around 120 kilometers from
Gilgit.
Access to Khalti Lake
Khalti Lake is around 116 kilometers from Gilgit, and it takes about three to four hours to get there by automobile. It's possible to get to the lake by a winding asphalt road that parallels the Ghizer River for about half of the distance via a picturesque valley that leads to Shandur Pass.
Major
draw for adventure
Throughout the year, Khalti Lake provides
several advantages to the neighborhood. Summers are spent collecting water,
while winters are spent playing football, cricket, polo, and volleyball and ice
skating for the residents of Khalti hamlet.
During the winter months of December and
January, Khalti is covered in ice, allowing residents to mingle and enjoy
sports in an otherwise deserted location. They risk their lives on the icy
surface of Khalti Lake in Gilgit-Baltistan for thrills. Young people from the
neighboring region stroll on the ice. Football tournaments are conducted on
Khalti every year, and several Ghizer teams participate. This doesn't seem like
a big danger. There are no playgrounds in the region's tiny communities for
youngsters to use off their energy. The lake has been transformed into a
temporary children's play area. These winter competitions have the potential to
become a popular tourism destination. In
addition, this lake offers benefits throughout the summer, when boating and
fishing are common activities.
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