Zharba Lake

Zharba Lake
Zharba Lake
Zharba Lake
Location	Shigar, Gilgit–Baltistan
Coordinates	35°21′44″N75°41′54″E / 35.36222°N 75.69833°E / 35.36222; 75.69833 (Zharba Tso)
Basin  countries	Pakistan
Max. length	1.4 kilometres (0.87 mi)
Max. width	260 metres (850 ft)
Settlements	Shigar

Zharba Tso or Blind Lake is a panoramic lake near Shigar Valley, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan region in Pakistan. ^[1] The lake is used as a water reservoir for the residents of Shigar Valley. It is fed by the Indus River. ^[2]

The lake is on the way of Shigar Valley, around 30 minutes' drive from Skardu. ^[3] It is surrounded by the Indus River on one side and the Shigar River to the other side. ^[4] It is sometimes used for rafting competitions. ^[5]

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.