Gahar Lake

Gahar Lake
Gahar Doroud Lake
Gahar Lake
Coordinates33°18′23″N 49°17′02″E / 33.30639°N 49.28389°E / 33.30639; 49.28389
TypeLake
Primary inflowsrain
Primary outflowsnone
Max. length1,500 metres (4,900 ft)
Surface area100 hectares (250 acres)
Surface elevation2,400 metres (7,900 ft)
SettlementsDorud, Lorestan, Iran
Location
Interactive map of Gahar Lake

Gahar Lake also known as Gohar Lake or Gol Gahar is located in the highlands of Iran, in the southeast of Dorud, in Lorestan province protected zone at an elevation of 2,400 meters. The lake is known as the 'Jewel of Oshtarankooh'. Due to the lack of roads and low use of cars and automobiles, it is practically free from being damaged and polluted by humans. About 70,000 tourists visit the area annually.

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