The Ghizer district of Gilgit-Baltistan is nicknamed "the Land of Lakes". Perhaps the most popular lake is situated in Khalti valley, named Khalti Lake. Due to the cold temperature, this beautiful lake freezes in the Winter as a thick layer of ice replaces the fresh water. 

In recent years the local organization, supported by the government, has begun organizing a Winter festival on the frozen Khalti Lake that has become increasingly popular with each year. The festival includes skating, ice hockey, musical programs, and other recreational activities for people of all ages and genders. 

The expected date of this year's Khalti Lake Festival is from the 9th to the 11th of January.