Kaftar Lake, Eqlid

🧭What kind of place is it?

Kaftar lies in the basin of the Shadkam River, and in wet years its depth has reached about 5.3 metres. Drought and water use on the land upstream have affected how much water the lake holds.

🏛️What was it built for?

In wet years the lake has been a home for migratory birds and a place for raising fish. Carp and grass carp are among the species recorded in its past.

💡Something interesting

In 2008 much of the lake was recorded as dry, and its fish died. Photos of a full lake from other years do not mean you will find it the same when you travel.

🎒Good to know before you go

• Check the state of the lake's water before you go; birds and plenty of water are not guaranteed.