Bulunkul, lake in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Province, Tajikistan
Bulunkul is a high-altitude lake in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region. The body of water sits in a remote mountain setting surrounded by steep terrain.
The lake sits at high elevation and is only reachable for experienced hikers with proper gear. Getting there requires traveling through mountain terrain and time to adjust to thinner air.
Location: Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region
Elevation above the sea: 3,600 m
GPS coordinates: 37.71944,72.95556
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45
Tajikistan features alpine lakes with clear waters, mountain ranges exceeding 5000 meters, and medieval fortresses. The country has deep valleys, high-altitude hot springs, and ancient archaeological sites. In the capital Dushanbe, there are museums, theaters, and parks. The Pamir Highway passes through the mountains to Kyrgyzstan, connecting towns located at over 3600 meters above sea level.
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