It sits at 2,600 meters or 8,500 feet above sea level. You will enjoy the surreal beauty because it is found in ravishing surroundings and has the Pamir mountains as a backdrop.
You can hire a jeep from Gulkin or Gulmit in the price range of Rs.3000 to Rs.5000 for a round trip. If you want a night stay over there, then 5000 per night extra will be charged.
Yes, there are many hotels and camping options available at the lake with basic necessities. You can take a camp at a price of Rs.2000 to Rs.3000 depending on bargaining and seasonal rates. Hotel rates start from Rs.5000.
Borith Lake is totally family friendly place.
There are many things to do at Attabad Lake at affordable prices. Some of the activities are:
You can visit many places near to Attabad Lake to explore the surroundings. Most of the sightseeing places are:
The White Palace of Marghazar was constructed in 1940 by Miangul Abdul Wadud, the first king of Swat, in the small town of Marghazar, which is approximately 13 kilometers from Saidu Sharif. The palace received its name due to its construction from white marble. It has undergone three name changes, initially being called Swati Palace, then Motti Palace, and finally White Palace. Currently, the palace functions as a hotel. The White Palace at Marghazar served as the summer residence for Miangul Jehanzeb, the Wali of Swat. Perched at an elevation of 7,136 feet on Marghazar Hill, it was later transformed into a tourist destination.
The stunning landscape inspired the then King of Swat, Miangul Abdul Wadud, to develop a summer retreat in this location in 1935. The King sourced marble from Agra, bronze from Belgium, and artisans from Turkey who were responsible for the design and construction of the palace, finishing the work in 1941. It was initially referred to as Swatti Taj Mahal, later changed to Motti Mahal, and is now known as Sufed Mahal (White Palace). The area was further enhanced with a selection of flora and fauna, creating a mini zoo as well as a botanical garden. Additionally, there is a large chinar tree, approximately 200 years old, which provides shade for visitors.
