Lyari River, Seasonal river in Karachi, Pakistan.
The Lyari River is a seasonal waterway running through Karachi that flows from the northeast toward the city center before reaching the Arabian Sea through a natural channel. The river creates a distinctive geographic feature across the urban landscape.
Before 1947, the river held clean water and supported fishing while serving as a natural boundary for the British settlement founded in 1839. The waterway underwent major changes during Pakistan's independence and subsequent urban expansion.
The river banks have long been home to communities whose daily routines and traditions have grown intertwined with this waterway. Local residents maintain a deep connection to the area despite its changing conditions over time.
A highway runs alongside the river, connecting downtown areas to the port zone with a direct route. This road serves as a main traffic artery for moving across different parts of the city.
The river flows actively only during the monsoon season, remaining dry for most of the year. This extreme seasonal shift creates an unusual water management situation within the city.
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