Churma Island, Small island in Arabian Sea near Karachi, Pakistan.
Churna Island is a rocky landmass in the Arabian Sea off the Karachi coast, notable for its lack of sandy beaches and natural stone formations. The island offers a raw, unspoiled setting shaped entirely by the sea and weather.
The Pakistan Navy established a firing range here and conducted numerous military training exercises over the decades. This military use became a defining chapter in the island's past.
The fishing community of Mubarak Goth has shaped daily life around these waters through generations of maritime work. Fishermen here continue practices passed down through families, and their presence remains central to the area's coastal identity.
Visitors reach the island by boat from Mubarak Village, with the most favorable conditions between November and April. Sea conditions during these months remain calmer, making crossings more reliable and comfortable.
In 2017, a blue whale mother and calf were spotted in these waters—a rare occurrence in Pakistani seas. This encounter with these massive marine mammals surprised researchers and remains remarkable for wildlife observers.
GPS coordinates: 24.89763,66.60527
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
Pakistan offers photographers diverse subjects: mountain ranges above 13000 feet (4000 meters), Islamic architecture, desert landscapes and modern city views. The Faisal Mosque in Islamabad ranks among the largest mosques globally and displays contemporary design with white marble walls and four slender minarets. In Lahore, the Badshahi Mosque and Lahore Fort document Mughal architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries, while Wazir Khan Mosque is known for its tile work. The northern areas present alpine settings: Attabad Lake formed in 2010 from a landslide and sits between steep mountains, the Passu Cones rise as jagged peaks above Hunza Valley, and Fairy Meadows offers views of Nanga Parbat, the ninth highest mountain on Earth. Khunjerab Pass marks one of the highest border crossings in the world at 15400 feet (4693 meters) on the Pakistan-China frontier. The collection also includes historic fortifications and cultural sites. Rohtas Fort from the 16th century extends over 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) of walls, Derawar Fort shows 40 bastions in the Cholistan Desert, and Ranikot Fort stands as one of South Asia's largest fortifications. The Makli Necropolis near Thatta contains tombs and mausoleums spanning six centuries. In Karachi, Mohatta Palace and Frere Hall document colonial architecture, while Mazar-e-Quaid serves as the mausoleum of founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Natural areas like Deosai National Park above 13000 feet (4000 meters) and the juniper forest of Ziarat complete the photographic range.
Karachi combines historical architecture with modern urban life. The city features colonial buildings, Islamic mosques, Arabian Sea beaches and markets. Photographers find subjects at Frere Hall, Mohatta Palace or the Mazar-e-Quaid mausoleum with its geometric patterns.
Mohatta Palace
41.1 km
Wazir Mansion
40 km
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
41 km
Habib Bank Plaza
40.8 km
Hawke's Bay Beach
26.4 km
Saint Patrick's Cathedral
41.1 km
Masjid e Tooba
41.1 km
Shri Varun Dev Mandir
38.6 km
Paradise Point
18.3 km
MCB Tower
41.1 km
Karachi Port Trust Building
39.6 km
Sandspit Beach
31.4 km
Merewether Clock Tower
40 km
Native Jetty Bridge
39.4 km
Shri Laxmi Narayan Mandir
39.4 km
New Memon Masjid
40.2 km
Lakshmi Building
40.5 km
Manora Cantonment
38.3 km
Karachi Municipal Corporation Building
41.1 km
MagnifiScience Centre
40.6 km
CDGK Stadium
39.3 km
Manora Point Lighthouse
39.3 km
Jinnah Bridge
39.4 km
Wazir Mansion
40 km
State Bank of Pakistan Museum & Art Gallery
40.2 km
Denso Hall
40.6 km
Cape Mount Beach
17.2 km
Bara Andai Lighthouse
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