Sheosar Lake | MCQs

Explanation

Sheosar Lake means 'Blind Lake' in the Shina language, as Sheo means 'Blind' while Sar means 'Lake'

Location Deosai Plains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan (Karakoram-West Tibetan Plateau alpine steppe)

The lake is accessible through two routes. One is via Astore and the other via Skardu.

Max. length         2.3 kilometers (1.4 mi)

Max. width         1.8 kilometers (1.1 mi)

Average depth 40 meters (130 ft)

Surface elevation   4,142 meters (13,589)

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