Salt Range facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Salt Range |
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Salt Range and Motorway M2
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,522 m (4,993 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Language of name | Punjabi |
| Geography | |
| Location | Jhelum District , Chakwal District , Mianwali District, Sargodha District , Punjab, Pakistan |
| Range coordinates | 32°40′30″N 72°47′35″E / 32.67500°N 72.79306°E |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | M2 motorway (Pakistan) |
| Normal route | Kallar Kahar |
The Salt Range is a system of hills in the Punjab province of Pakistan. It gets its name because it has huge amounts of rock salt hidden inside. This mountain range stretches along the southern edge of the Pothohar Plateau and north of the Jhelum River. It's a very important place for Pakistan's history and natural resources.
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Discovering the Salt Range
The Salt Range is like a natural treasure chest. It holds some of the biggest salt mines in the world! These mines have been providing salt for a very long time.
What Makes it Special?
The Salt Range is famous for its large deposits of rock salt. This is why it's called the "Salt Range." People have been mining salt here for thousands of years. The most famous salt mine is the Khewra Salt Mine, which is one of the oldest and largest salt mines in the world. Other important mines include Kalabagh and Warcha. Besides salt, you can also find a type of coal here.
Important Mines
- The Khewra Salt Mine is a huge mine. It's a popular tourist spot!
- Mines at Kalabagh and Warcha also provide lots of salt.
- These mines are very important for the economy of Pakistan.
Nature's Beauty
The Salt Range is not just about salt; it's also home to beautiful natural spots. You can find tall peaks and calm lakes here.
Peaks and Lakes
- Sakaser is the highest point in the Salt Range. It stands tall at 1,522 meters (4,992 feet).
- There are also several pretty lakes. These include Namal Lake, Khabikki Lake, and Uchhali Lake. They add to the natural beauty of the area.
Getting Around
The Salt Range is easy to reach. The M2 motorway (Pakistan) passes right through it. This makes it simple for people to visit and explore.
Images for kids
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Khurā inscription (495-500 AD), from the Salt Range about king Toramana
