Pakistan is a blessed land. It is indeed a country worth visiting. It has many beautiful spots and tourist attractions that will make you praise the Lord for giving you eyes to admire the beauty of nature. Every place is worth visiting, from the captivating beauty of mountainous regions to the beautiful deserts of Thar and Cholistan.
In this tour guide, you will get a piece of complete information about a very beautiful tourist attraction in Azad Kashmir that is Ratti Gali Lake. The Ratti Gali Lake is nestled inside the forest. The lake water comes from the melted glaciers of the Karakoram Mountain ranges. It was named ratta Gali because of the nearby red plateaus and slopes. The term ratta refers to red in Punjabi. It is commonly known as a dowarian lake among natives. It is also known as the Jewel of Neelum Valley among locals.
Ratta Gali- Weather
The weather situation at this place is highly unpredictable. Each season brings its beauty and colours to this place. The spring season at Ratti Gali starts in March and ends in May. During this season, the flowers blossom, and the grass becomes much greener.
Most of the tourists visit this place during the summer season. The summer season starts in May and ends in August. Tourists from around the country and overseas visit the place in the summers because it is ideal for walking, hiking, and basking in the sun during this season.
During winters, the temperature dips as low as 0oC. The Lake remains frozen throughout the winter season and looks magnificent. It is hard to visit the Lake during winter, so better be mindful of the coldest weather situation before making a plan. The winter season starts in November and ends in April.
Ratti Gali-Trek Guide
The perfect season to trek at Ratti Gali is the summer season. The pace is to take a 2-hour jeep ride from Dowarian; from there, you will reach a base camp. From there, you can trek towards Ratti Gali lake or take a horse ride to Ratti Gali lake from the base camp area.
Distance from Muzaffarabad
Muzaffarabad is the central capital of Azad Kashmir. It is very beautiful. The people of Muzaffarabad are very hospitable and friendly. Ratti Gali is located at a distance of 75 kilometres from Muzaffarabad.
Distance from Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan. The distance of Ratti Gali Lake from Islamabad is 157 kilometres. It takes almost 3 hours to drive to the Lake from the capital.
Fun things to do at the Lake
There are two lakes on the way to Ratti Gali. The first Lake is smaller compared to the other one. It falls into the bigger Lake and merges with it. The weather and the environment at Ratti Gali lake are serene and peaceful. You can enjoy the view, relax, and just forget the world and its problems for a while. Following are some fun activities you can do at the Lake and spend your time there to the fullest.
- Enjoy the tranquil environment.
- Catch fishes and grill them
- It is a perfect spot for a picnic.
- You can enjoy live cooking in beautiful weather. It will not only give you peace of mind but also make you forget all the workload, pain, and sadness; and make you happy and lively for a while.
Conclusion
The above-mentioned are some of the points that would benefit you if you were planning to visit Ratti Gali Lake anytime soon.
