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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (abbreviated as KP; Urdu: خیبر پختونخوا; Pashto: خیبر پښتونخوا) is one of the four administrative provinces of Pakistan, located in the northwestern region of the country along the international border with Afghanistan. It was previously known as the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) until 2010, and is known colloquially by various other names. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is the third-largest province of Pakistan by the size of both population and economy, though it is geographically the smallest of four. It comprises 10.5% of Pakistan's economy, and is home to 11.9% of Pakistan's total population, with the majority of the province's inhabitants being Pashtuns, Hazarewal, Chitrali, and Kohistanis. The province is the site of the ancient kingdom Gandhara, including the ruins of its capital Pushkalavati near modern-day Charsadda. Originally a stronghold of Hinduism and Buddhism, the history of the region was characterized by frequent invasions under various Empires due to its geographical proximity to the Khyber Pass.
Restaurants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province
1. Takht-i-Bahi
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
The most complete Buddhist monastery in Pakistan founded in the 1st century.
Reviewed By flyfisher66 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Takht-i-Bahi (The Throne of Bahi) is one of the most well preserved Budhist monasteries in Pakistan. Located 17 km from Mardan on hill, this monastery was founded in 1st century and remained an important Budhist educational and cultural center for many centuries. Many of the rooms and buildings inside the monastery are still quite well preserved though mosto f the relics and statues have been taken away over a period of time. It's a full day visit if you are going from Islamabad but monastery itself is a couple of hours event.
2. Fort Bala Hisar
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
This 15-acre fort is probably about 2,500 years old.
Reviewed By MAhnoor22
Well its such a remarkable historical place to visit. With great exterior and Well maintained interior its also the work place of armed officials. Except for some restricted areas public can visit rest of the fort. One can read historical notes also which are present in fort. There is a museum as well with pictures of well known political personalities and historical facts written too. One can see the wonderful view of Peshawar City specially Qissa Khawani bazar from rooftop of Fort.
3. Mahabat Khan Mosque
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By jansherkhanp - Peshawar, Pakistan
It was very interesting journey .we saw mosque very closely.took rickshaw from gr8 road to ginta ghat mean watch tower .then we turn right and we can have four r five ways to momasjid mohabat Khan
4. Thandiani
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Ibnebatutariz2018 - Muscat, Oman
nice place to stay for a night near Abbottabad. There is hotel available the room cost 700 per person . It took 1.2 hours from Abbottabad. All area is hilly and require good skill of driving .
5. Dunga Gali Pine Line Track
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By omarq21 - New York City, United States
A must do for anyone who visits the area - just 2.5 hours from Islamabad - begin in Dungagali Bazar and ends in Ayubia - 4 kms one way - it’s called the pipeline walk because it traces the route of the water pipeline laid by the British for the area in the early 20th century - don’t forget to look out for the time markets and British Army signias at the Ayubia end of the walk - also has covered benches along the way where one can seat and have a meal The walk has no incline and hence is very easy for people of all ages
6. Chitral Valley
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By landinow - Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
I visited chitral city and kalash(boomboraat)and was stunned to see its calm tranquility and beauty. The roads to kalash are for tractor only as cars and jeeps frequently broke on it. The beautiful costumes of kalash women and thier dances are awesome.the flora of chitral is breathtaking to see.i didnt like the local cuisine,thanks God that other kpk cuisine were available. The chugha(emboreidery jackets)can be bought in chitral city for 10000rupees. The people of chitral are humble and loving.the kalash drink a whisky made from mulberry fruit. Chitral is a place to go again and again.
7. Saif-ul-Muluk Lake
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4.5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By 398israra - Islamabad, Pakistan
nice views and must visit desitination for people that want to see natural beauty of pakistan. The lake and mountains are epic.
8. Lulusar Lake
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By jawadabid
If you are in Kaghan and Naran Valley, then Lulusar Lake is must visit place. After an hour and 30 minutes on N15 highway from Naran, we reached to magnificent Lulusar Lake which is located at 3,410 m (11,190 ft.). It is the primary headwaters of the Kunhar River. It flows southwest through the entire length of Kaghan Valley passing Jalkhand, Naran, Kaghan, Jared, Paras and Balakot until its confluence with the Jhelum River. It is located about 48 kilometres (30 mi) away from Naran and is accessible by any kind of vehicle. We could see reflection of Sky and mountains on the mesmerizing lake. We took a couple of pictures there while we stopped there for fifteen to twenty minutes. It is bigger in length as compared to Saiful Malouk and very calm place to be.
9. Islamia College
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By ned_shikari - Peshawar, Pakistan
Islamia college is historic institution of Peshawar, the college produced so many great personalities Must visit
10. Mukshpuri Peak
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By omarq21 - New York City, United States
It’s a 2 hour hike up from Dunga Gali bazar - takes you through dense pine forest - and meadows on top - you can see the Jhelum river from there and across Azad Kashmir and the Line of Control into Indian Occupied Kashmir Take tea and light lunch and will make for an excellent picnic with unmatched views
