The Banjosa Lake is one among the many amazing man made artificial lakes which never flows but still has clear turquoise water. It is located at Poonch district which is 20 kilometres far from the district city of Rawalakot, Azad Kashmir.  The road named is metallic. The Banjosa lake is also very convenient and approachable from Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Its height is 1,981 meters. It is oval shaped surrounded all around by pine forest and mountains. The view is charming and romantic at a time. The weather mold the scene of Banjosa lake throughout the four seasons. The summers keep the atmosphere cool and pleasant, the winter surprised with extreme cold and icy. The months of January and December are best to see the snow fall. The scenic beauty and clear water to maintain the ambiance of the Banjosa lake.

Banjosa Lake is only planned tourist resort in the northern Pakistan. It offers spectacular views  from the windows of the hotel to the wide open plain along the lake. The lush forests reflection gives the awesome view at the daytime, in night the house lighting glitters over the water.  The arched wooden bridges over the lake gives it some uniqueness. The lake has been maintained very carefully as the domestic and international tourists make the huddles in a pleasant weather.

Take a cheap flight to Islamabad. The drive from Islamabad to Banjoosa lake takes at least 4-5 hours. The road is accessible and wide. Basically it is a jeep track. The track starts from the highway Islamabad  to Kahuta road  then Azad Pattan  to  Guine Nalla road  then the valley of Rawlakot is in front  of you. Banjosa is just a few miles away. The lake at the day time laden with the spectacular views. The water shines when the sun rays dance over the waves. The green emerald leaves waving along the cool breeze to kiss the water.

One of the best activities is boating here. People of all ages appreciate it a lot. When the boat starts its  journey, the children become less scared with water but as it further goes the beauty and enjoyment comes over the fear. Young and old both enjoys a lot while dipping their fingers in water, or splashing over one another. The sweet noise of visitors mingles with the water splashing the increase the harmony and beauty of the Banjosa Lake.