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{{Short description|Valley in Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan}}
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| subdivision_name1 = [[Gilgit-Baltistan|Gilgit−Baltistan]]
| subdivision_name1 = [[Gilgit-Baltistan]]
| subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts in Gilgit-Baltistan|District]]
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[[File:Blue Lake 2, Naltar, Gilgit Baltistan.jpg|thumb|Bashkiri Lake is one of the popular [[Naltar lakes]]]]
[[File:Blue Lake 2, Naltar, Gilgit Baltistan.jpg|thumb|Bashkiri Lake is one of the popular [[Naltar lakes]]]]


The '''Naltar Valley''' ({{Lang-ur|وادی نلتر}}) is a valley situated about {{convert|34|km|mi|abbr=none}} from the city of [[Gilgit]] in [[Gilgit-Baltistan|Gilgit−Baltistan]], [[Pakistan]]. It is a forested region known for its dramatic mountain scenery and for the three lakes-Strangi Lake, Blue Lake and Bodlok Lake. Ski competitions are held at [[Naltar ski resort]].
The '''Naltar Valley''' is a valley situated about {{convert|34|km|mi|abbr=none}} from the city of [[Gilgit]] in [[Gilgit-Baltistan]], Pakistan.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenews.com.pk/tns/detail/565483-lakes-mountains-pines|title=Lakes, mountains and pines &#124; Footloose|website=The News International}}</ref> It is a forested area distinguished by its three lakes, Strangi Lake, Blue Lake, and Bodlok Lake, as well as by the mountainous landscape.


[[File:En Route Naltar..jpg|thumb|Mountains of Naltar, on the foothills of which, Skiing is a popular sport.]]
[[File:En Route Naltar..jpg|thumb|Skiing is a popular spot in the foothills of the Naltar Mountains]]


== Geography==
== Geography==
The Naltar Valley is a valley situated near the city of [[Gilgit]] in [[Gilgit-Baltistan|Gilgit−Baltistan]], [[Pakistan]]. Naltar is about {{convert|34|km|mi|abbr=none}} from Gilgit.<ref>{{cite web |title=Naltar Valley on Maps |url=https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Gilgit/Naltar+Valley |website=[[Google Maps]] |accessdate=25 August 2019}}</ref><ref name="sco">{{cite web |title=Naltar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan |url=https://sco.gov.pk/naltar-valley/ |website=sco.gov.pk |publisher=[[Special Communications Organization]] |accessdate=24 August 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Naltar Valley |url=http://www.ali.net.pk/index.php/naltar-valley/ |website=www.ali.net.pk |accessdate=2 June 2018}}</ref>
The Naltar Valley is situated near the city of [[Gilgit]], with the settlements of Naltar Bala (upper) and Naltar Paain (lower) in the valley about {{convert|34|km|mile|abbr=none}} and {{convert|40|km|miles|abbr=none}} from Gilgit, respectively. The Naltar Expressway connects Naltar with Gilgit via Nomal and Faizabad. A road from Nomal goes through the 'Silk Route' to [[China]].<ref>{{Cite web|publisher=Youlin Magazine|title=Silk Road: Gilgit Valley-IV - Omer Qayyum and Amna Javed - Youlin Magazine|url=https://www.youlinmagazine.com/article/silk-road-gilgit-valley-iv/Mjgz|access-date=2022-01-27|website=youlinmagazine.com|language=en}}</ref>
Naltar Bala (upper) and Naltar Paain (lower) are two villages of Naltar valley. Naltar Paain is at a distance of {{convert|34|km|mile|abbr=none}} and Naltar Bala at {{convert|40|km|miles|abbr=none}} from [[Gilgit]]. Naltar Expressway connects Naltar with Gilgit City via Nomal and Faizabad.
There is a town known as Nomal between Naltar valley and [[Gilgit]]. A road from Nomal goes to 'The Silk Route' to [[China]].<ref>{{Cite web|publisher=Youlin Magazine|title=Silk Road: Gilgit Valley-IV - Omer Qayyum and Amna Javed - Youlin Magazine|url=https://www.youlinmagazine.com/article/silk-road-gilgit-valley-iv/Mjgz|access-date=2022-01-27|website=youlinmagazine.com|language=en}}</ref>


==Naltar Hydropower Projects (I, II, IV)==
==Naltar Hydropower Projects (I, II, IV)==
The government has constructed an 18 MW hydropower plant, Naltar Hydropower Plant-IV which is operational since October 2007, near Naltar Pine, in addition to three smaller hydel power generating plants (Naltar I, II, IV of 3.02 MW combined) already there, to fulfill the power requirement of the area as well as [[Gilgit]]. As of 2019 Naltar-III and Naltar-V Hydropower Projects of 16 MW and 14 MW generation capacity respectively were under construction.<ref>{{cite book |title=Hydro Power Resources of Pakistan |chapter=Hydropower Resources in Gilgit-Baltistan |date=February 2011 |publisher=[[Private Power and Infrastructure Board]] |pages=63,66,71-73 |url=http://www.ppib.gov.pk/HYDRO.pdf |accessdate=25 August 2019}}</ref>
In addition to the existing three smaller [[hydropower]] generating facilities (Naltar I, II, and IV, totaling 3.02 MW), the government built an 18 MW hydropower plant, known as Naltar Hydropower Plant-IV, close to Naltar Pine to meet the region's energy needs. It has been in operation since October 2007. The 16 MW and 14 MW Naltar-III and Naltar-V hydropower projects, respectively, were under construction as of 2019.<ref>{{cite book |title=Hydro Power Resources of Pakistan |chapter=Hydropower Resources in Gilgit-Baltistan |date=February 2011 |publisher=[[Private Power and Infrastructure Board]] |pages=63, 66, 71–73 |url=http://www.ppib.gov.pk/HYDRO.pdf |accessdate=25 August 2019}}</ref>


==Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary==
==Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary==
The [[Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary]] is a protected area in the valley that was established on 22 November 1975.<ref name=Green>{{cite book|author=Green, Michael John Beverley|title=IUCN Directory of South Asian Protected Areas |url=https://archive.org/details/iucndirectoryofs90gree |year=1990 |publisher=IUCN |isbn=978-2-8317-0030-4 |page=[https://archive.org/details/iucndirectoryofs90gree/page/159 159]}}</ref>
The [[Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary]] is a protected area in the valley that was established on 22 November 1975.<ref name=Green>{{cite book|author=Green, Michael John Beverley|title=IUCN Directory of South Asian Protected Areas |url=https://archive.org/details/iucndirectoryofs90gree |year=1990 |publisher=IUCN |isbn=978-2-8317-0030-4 |page=[https://archive.org/details/iucndirectoryofs90gree/page/159 159]}}</ref>


The sanctuary is forested, there being a greatly comfortable growth of mixed [[montane]], [[Broadleaf forest|broadleaf]] and [[coniferous]] forests at lower altitudes and montane coniferous forest higher up. Coniferous species that are present include [[Picea]] and [[Juniperus]]. The trees present include [[Fraxinus]], [[Olea]], [[Pistacia]], [[Sageretia]], [[Betula]], [[Salix]], [[Populus]] and [[Krascheninnikovia ceratoides]]. Some herbs that grow here and there include [[Artemisia (genus)|Artemisia]], [[Haloxylon]] and [[Stipa]].
The sanctuary is covered with trees, with montane coniferous forests higher up and mixed montane, broadleaf, and coniferous forests at lower elevations. Picea and Juniperus are two examples of the conifer species that are present. Fraxinus, Olea, Pistacia, Sageretia, Betula, Salix, Populus, and Krascheninnikovia ceratoides are among the trees that are found. Artemisia, Haloxylon, and Stipa are a few herbs that grow in the area.


A few number of [[Astor markhor]] and an endangered species of [[wild goat]] lives in the reserve. Other large mammals present include the [[Alpine ibex]], [[snow leopard]], [[brown bear]], [[grey wolf]], [[red fox]], [[beech marten]] and [[leopard cat]]. Almost 35 species of birds have been recorded in the valley, including [[Brooks's leaf warbler]].<ref name="sco"/>
A few [[Astor markhor]] and an endangered species of [[wild goat]] lives in the reserve. Other large mammals present include the [[Alpine ibex]], [[snow leopard]], [[brown bear]], [[grey wolf]], [[red fox]], [[beech marten]] and [[leopard cat]]. Almost 35 species of birds have been recorded in the valley, including [[Brooks's leaf warbler]].<ref name="sco">{{cite web |title=Naltar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan |url=https://sco.gov.pk/naltar-valley/ |accessdate=24 August 2019 |website=sco.gov.pk |publisher=[[Special Communications Organization]]}}</ref>


==Naltar Lakes==
==Naltar Lakes==


There are five [[Naltar Lakes]]<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-03-04|title=Naltar Lakes|url=https://thetraveloguers.com/explore/lakes/naltar-lakes/|access-date=2022-01-27|website=The Traveloguers|language=en-US}}</ref> lakes in the Naltar valley known as Satrangi Lake, Halima Lake, Bodo Lake, Dhudia Lake, Pari Lake, and Blue Lake at a distance of 13 kilometers (8 miles) from Naltar Bala. The road from the village to the lakes is nonmetallic and narrow alongside a stream throughout this road coming from the mountains. It is almost impossible to reach the lake through any vehicle in winter due to the snow (10 to 15 feet high) on the road.<ref>{{cite web |title=Naltar Lakes |url=http://www.travelinpakistan.com/naltar-lake/ |website=www.travelinpakistan.com |accessdate=2 June 2018}}</ref>
The [[Naltar Lakes]] in the Naltar valley are Satrangi Lake, Halima Lake, Bodo Lake, Dhudia Lake, Pari Lake, and Blue Lake, at a distance of {{convert|13|km}} from Naltar Bala. The road from the village to the lakes is nonmetallic and narrow alongside a stream throughout this road coming from the mountains. It is almost impossible to reach the lake through any vehicle in winter due to the snow (10 to 15 feet high) on the road.


==Tourism facilities==
==Tourism facilities==
The valley offers a variety of flora, fauna as well as natural scenery. There is a natural green garden known as "Halima garden".<ref>{{Cite web|date=|title=Naltar Valley: A place abundant with nature|url=https://tripako.com/naltar-valley-a-place-abundant-with-nature/|access-date=2022-01-27|website=Tripako|language=en-US}}</ref>
The valley offers a variety of flora, fauna as well as natural scenery. There is a natural green garden known as "Halima garden".
The government has established some rest houses in the valley. GBPWD Resthouse is the oldest rest house in the valley. FCNA, GB Scouts & PAF had their own rest houses to serve the purpose. There are also several private accommodation facilities and hotels in the valley. Ski competitions are held at [[Naltar ski resort]].
The government has established some rest houses in the valley. GBPWD Resthouse is the oldest rest house in the valley. FCNA, GB Scouts & PAF had their own rest houses to serve the purpose. There are also several private accommodation facilities and hotels in the valley. Ski competitions are held at [[Naltar ski resort]].


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==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==

*[http://www.trekearth.com/gallery/Asia/Pakistan/East/Northern_Areas/Naltar/photo352838.htm Photo of Naltar Valley]
*[http://www.jriz.com.au/naltar.asp Naltar Valley Gallery]{{dead link|date=February 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
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Naltar Valley
وادی نلتر
Valley
Top left to right: A bridge in Naltar Valley, Grazing yalks in Naltar Valley, Naltar Lakes, Naltar ski resort
CountryPakistan
Adm. UnitGilgit-Baltistan
DistrictGilgit District
TehsilGilgit Tehsil
Time zoneUTC+05:00 (PKT)
Bashkiri Lake is one of the popular Naltar lakes

The Naltar Valley is a valley situated about 34 kilometres (21 miles) from the city of Gilgit in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.[1] It is a forested area distinguished by its three lakes, Strangi Lake, Blue Lake, and Bodlok Lake, as well as by the mountainous landscape.

Skiing is a popular spot in the foothills of the Naltar Mountains

Geography

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The Naltar Valley is situated near the city of Gilgit, with the settlements of Naltar Bala (upper) and Naltar Paain (lower) in the valley about 34 kilometres (21 miles) and 40 kilometres (25 miles) from Gilgit, respectively. The Naltar Expressway connects Naltar with Gilgit via Nomal and Faizabad. A road from Nomal goes through the 'Silk Route' to China.[2]

Naltar Hydropower Projects (I, II, IV)

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In addition to the existing three smaller hydropower generating facilities (Naltar I, II, and IV, totaling 3.02 MW), the government built an 18 MW hydropower plant, known as Naltar Hydropower Plant-IV, close to Naltar Pine to meet the region's energy needs. It has been in operation since October 2007. The 16 MW and 14 MW Naltar-III and Naltar-V hydropower projects, respectively, were under construction as of 2019.[3]

Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary

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The Naltar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in the valley that was established on 22 November 1975.[4]

The sanctuary is covered with trees, with montane coniferous forests higher up and mixed montane, broadleaf, and coniferous forests at lower elevations. Picea and Juniperus are two examples of the conifer species that are present. Fraxinus, Olea, Pistacia, Sageretia, Betula, Salix, Populus, and Krascheninnikovia ceratoides are among the trees that are found. Artemisia, Haloxylon, and Stipa are a few herbs that grow in the area.

A few Astor markhor and an endangered species of wild goat lives in the reserve. Other large mammals present include the Alpine ibex, snow leopard, brown bear, grey wolf, red fox, beech marten and leopard cat. Almost 35 species of birds have been recorded in the valley, including Brooks's leaf warbler.[5]

Naltar Lakes

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The Naltar Lakes in the Naltar valley are Satrangi Lake, Halima Lake, Bodo Lake, Dhudia Lake, Pari Lake, and Blue Lake, at a distance of 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) from Naltar Bala. The road from the village to the lakes is nonmetallic and narrow alongside a stream throughout this road coming from the mountains. It is almost impossible to reach the lake through any vehicle in winter due to the snow (10 to 15 feet high) on the road.

Tourism facilities

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The valley offers a variety of flora, fauna as well as natural scenery. There is a natural green garden known as "Halima garden". The government has established some rest houses in the valley. GBPWD Resthouse is the oldest rest house in the valley. FCNA, GB Scouts & PAF had their own rest houses to serve the purpose. There are also several private accommodation facilities and hotels in the valley. Ski competitions are held at Naltar ski resort.

Notable people

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Lakes, mountains and pines | Footloose". The News International.
  2. ^ "Silk Road: Gilgit Valley-IV - Omer Qayyum and Amna Javed - Youlin Magazine". youlinmagazine.com. Youlin Magazine. Retrieved 2022-01-27.
  3. ^ "Hydropower Resources in Gilgit-Baltistan". Hydro Power Resources of Pakistan (PDF). Private Power and Infrastructure Board. February 2011. pp. 63, 66, 71–73. Retrieved 25 August 2019.
  4. ^ Green, Michael John Beverley (1990). IUCN Directory of South Asian Protected Areas. IUCN. p. 159. ISBN 978-2-8317-0030-4.
  5. ^ "Naltar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan". sco.gov.pk. Special Communications Organization. Retrieved 24 August 2019.
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