The Ancient Swat River: More Than Just a Body of Water
Have you ever been to Swat Valley ? If yes; you must have noticed that the whole valley revolves around the ancient Swat River and depends on it for natural beauty. The Ancient Swat River as a Reflection of Relationship between Nature and Humanity : The ancient Swat River is more than just a a body of water. Its journey is a tale of natural beauty and a symbol of cultural richness, a source of life and inspiration. Right from the heights of Hindu Kush mountains down to its confluence with River Kabul, there is a reflection of the intricate relationship between nature and humanity . Origin of Swat River Swat River originates from the lofty peaks of Hindu Kush range and the territories of Swat Kohistan by the merging of Usho River and River Utror at Kalam. River Usho emerges from Mahodand Lake in the north-east and drains Matiltan and Ushu valleys. Whereas, River Utror and its tributaries (Gabral, Batal, etc.) drain the western and the northwestern sub-valleys of Kohi...