Rawal Lake, Water reservoir in Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan.
Rawal Lake extends across 8.8 square kilometers with a depth of 31 meters, formed by the Korang River and streams from Margalla Hills.
The Punjab Government constructed this artificial reservoir in 1962 to address water shortages in the newly established capital region of Islamabad.
Lake View Park along the reservoir contains numerous recreational facilities where local families gather for outdoor activities and community celebrations.
The reservoir supplies drinking water to Islamabad and Rawalpindi while maintaining underground water levels throughout the surrounding region.
The lake supports 15 different fish species and serves as a winter habitat for migratory waterfowl, including the Anas platyrhynchos duck species.
Location: Islamabad Capital Territory
GPS coordinates: 33.70250,73.12611
Latest update: May 10, 2025 15:30
Pakistan offers photographers diverse subjects: mountain ranges above 4000 meters, Islamic architecture, desert landscapes and modern city views. From Faisal Mosque in Islamabad to Attabad Lake in Hunza Valley, the country displays a mix of tradition and modernity.
Islamabad offers numerous subjects for photographers. Faisal Mosque sits against the Margalla Hills, combining religious architecture with landscape. The Pakistan Monument displays modern design, while Daman-e-Koh provides an elevated view over the city. Public parks demonstrate the capital's green spaces. Saidpur Village preserves traditional buildings and crafts. Rawal Lake and the Shakarparian Hills offer nature photography with water and mountains. The city's shopping centers and streets show contemporary Pakistan. Each location presents different aspects of the planned capital.
Faisal Mosque
8.8 km
Pakistan Monument
5.4 km
National Library of Pakistan
3.5 km
Prime Minister's Secretariat
3.5 km
Islamabad National University
3.7 km
Aiwan-e-Sadr
4.2 km
Lal Masjid
3.8 km
Lok Virsa;Heritage Museum
5.2 km
Fatima Jinnah Park
9.7 km
Pir Sohawa
8.5 km
Islamabad Zoo
7.1 km
Shakarparian
4.3 km
Swearing-in ceremony of Imran Khan
4.2 km
Supreme Court of Pakistan Building
3.8 km
Parliament House, Islamabad
4.1 km
Pakistan Museum of Natural History
5 km
Pakistan Secretariat
4.8 km
Faizabad Interchange
5.6 km
Islamabad Stock Exchange Tower
6.4 km
National Art Gallery, Pakistan
4.5 km
Supreme Court of Pakistan library
3.5 km
Saudi-Pak Tower
5.7 km
Rose and Jasmine Garden
3.5 km
Lake View Park
1.1 km
Daman-e-Koh
7.7 km
Pakistan Monument Museum
5.4 km
Gurdwara in Saidpur, Islamabad
7.1 km
Hindu Temple in Saidpur, Islamabad
7.1 kmReviews
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