SKARDU: September 19 – An attractive and eye-catching view of Manthoka Waterfall in Kharmang Valley. This waterfall is 180 feet high from the ground and located almost 80 kilometers away from downtown Skardu. APP photo by Qasim Ghauri APP05-19 Previous Post SKARDU: September 19 – A lady busy in routine work in Shigar Valley. APP photo by Qasim Ghauri Next Post SKARDU: September 19 – A view of the Shigar Road through Skardu Cold Desert. The Cold Desert, also known as the Katpana Desertt contains expanses of large sand dunes that are sometimes covered in snow during winter. Situated at an elevation of 7,303 feet above sea level, the Katpana Desert is one of the highest deserts in the world. APP photo by Qasim Ghauri