🏜️ Thar Desert
A vast arid region spanning northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan
📋 Fast Facts
- Covers approximately 200,000 square kilometers across India (85%) and Pakistan (15%)
- Hot desert climate with summer temperatures exceeding 45°C and annual rainfall of 100–500 mm
- One of the world's most densely populated deserts, with approximately 83 people per square kilometer
- Home to critically endangered species including the Great Indian Bustard and diverse adapted flora and fauna
The Thar Desert, also called the Great Indian Desert, is a vast arid region in the northwest of the Indian subcontinent. Roughly 85% lies in India, predominantly in Rajasthan but also in Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana, while approximately 15% extends into southeastern Pakistan. Despite its harsh environment, the Thar Desert is one of the world's most densely populated deserts and supports a rich tapestry of human culture, wildlife, and adapted vegetation ...