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Paristan Lake

Paristan Lake
LocationNear Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Coordinates35°24′23″N 72°24′50″E / 35.4065°N 72.4138°E / 35.4065; 72.4138
TypeHigh-altitude lake
Surface elevation4,767 meters (15,641 feet) above sea level
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Paristan Lake is a lake in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. It was discovered in 2018 by mountaineers exploring near Skardu at 15,641 feet (4,767 meters) above sea level. It is the highest lake in Pakistan and also one of the highest lakes in the world.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Karachi-based mountaineers discover Pakistan's 'highest' lake". TheNews. 20 September 2018. Retrieved 3 November 2018.