Zharba Lake
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| Zharba Lake | |
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_Skardu.jpg) Zharba Lake | |
  Zharba Lake | |
| Location | Shigar, Gilgit–Baltistan |
| Coordinates | 35°21′44″N 75°41′54″E / 35.36222°N 75.69833°E |
| 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]
