KACHURA LAKE

Kachura Lake is divided into an "upper" and a "lower" part. The latter is also known as Lake Shangrila, where there is a hotel complex. The upper lake is accessible only by foot, which makes it less frequented and more wild. It is surrounded by subalpine fauna and wild apricot trees. The less chilly can swim in clear water that does not exceed 15 degrees. The lower lake is part of the Shangrila complex and is about 20 minutes from Skardu.