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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Gilgit-Baltistan (Urdu: گلگت بلتستان), formerly known as the Northern Areas, is the northernmost administrative territory in Pakistan. It borders Azad Kashmir to the south, the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to the west, the Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan to the north, the Xinjiang region of China, to the east and northeast, and the Indian-administered state of Jammu and Kashmir to the southeast. According to UNSC Resolution of 1947 the territory is part of the disputed Kashmir region along with Azad Kashmir, Aksai Chin, the Shaksgam Valley, and Jammu, Ladakh, and the Valley of Kashmir.
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1. Hunza Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By J8514JLmohammadh - London, United Kingdom
Our 13 Nights & 14 days tour of Northern areas of Pakistan was arranged by Pakistan Guided Tours. The tour was excellent & fantastic from every point of view. Mr. Maqbool is encyclopedia of Gilgit-Baltistan. We visited Gilgit, Kargha Buddha, Shahi Mosque, NLI market, Polo ground, Chinese graveyard, Rakaposhi view point, Askoman valley, Gopis valley, Yaseen Valley, Phander valley, Naltar valley, Lower Hunza, Central Hunza (Karimabad), Uper Hunza Gojal valley, Gulmit village, Passu village, Passu cones, Borith lake, Sost dry port, Khunjerab pass, Nagar khas, Hoper glacier, Eagles nest sunset view, Old houses, Baltit fort, Altit fort, Royal garden, Ganesh village, Minapin village, Old silk route, Skardu, Shamgrila , Uper kachura lake, Lower kachura lake, Katpana desert, Karpocho fort, Shigar valley, Shigar fort, Khaplu valley, Khaplu fort, Machlo valley, Sadpara lake, Carving buddha, Chilas carving, Shatial rock carving, Islamabad and Taxila etc We highly recommend "Pakistan Guided Tours". WhatsApp# +92-333 403 3331
2. Nanga Parbat
3. Deosai National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Ranger_ofthe_North - Abbottabad, Pakistan
Deosai Plains is a 70 x 30 km plain between Astore and Skardu. It is one of the highest large plains in the world at a height of 13700 feet above sea level. The most interesting feature is the flowing water through the plain. In good old days the vehicles used to cross the water struggling to fight the flow and the obstacles in the rivers. Now, bridges have been built over the rivers.... However, I personally believe that these bridges, made of concrete have spoiled the beauty of the region. From Astore, one has to reach up to Chillam Chowky where one enters the Deosai Plain. Right in the beginning, there is a lake... The SheoSar, which literally means 'blind lake' because the exit of water from the lake was considered hidden. The total crossing may take many hours. 3 to 4. or longer. But the track across the plain is pretty much levelled, gravel type road, with easy crossings. A 4WD is recommended but not essential. The area has brown bear, that are usually far away from the road and from the tourist traffick. People interested in watching bears have to detour and go sideways quite a long way. However, in winter season, these bear come quite near the areas occupied by humans. A few tent hotels have cropped up here and there. However, solid construction is prohibited in the area because government has declared this a national park. A nice place to visit
4. Karakoram Highway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By AtifHafeezSiddiqui - Karachi, Pakistan
The KKH (Karakoram Highway) is no doubt the 8th wonder of the world. Men of unmatched courage & unbeatable will carved it through the insurmountable mountains under the most hostile circumstances in the era when there was not even any telegraphic communication was possible. Their story would induce a current through one's spine. Now when we travel with extreme comfort on this extraordinary path, we shouldn't forget the innumerable martyrs who laid their lives to turn an impossible & crazy dream to reality. The Karakoram Highway(known informally as the KKH) is said to be the highest paved international road in the world. It's the road to paradise – if you like exploring the mountains, that is. It's regarded as one of the world's hardest alpine climbs.Due to its unique features, the Karakoram highway has been called the "Eighth Wonder of the World". ... A section of the road goes through the Karakoram Mountains at a height of 15,466 feet. It is a 1,300-kilometre (810 mi) is a 1,300-kilometre (810 mi) national highway which extends from Hasan Abdal in the Punjab province of Pakistan to the Khunjerab Pass in Gilgit-Baltistan, where it crosses into China and becomes China National Highway 314. The highway connects the Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa plus Gilgit-Baltistan with China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region
5. Upper Kachura Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By arbabytes - Skardu, Pakistan
It has been twice that i visited this place and everytime it gave an unforgettable experience. A beautiful lake, preserved its natural beauty as it is, gives one of the most scenic views that one may have experienced. Boating is one of the main activities. Complete boat can be booked for 2000 rupees (around $15). A place called Nazara Hotel is just a small hike away from lake. Its peaceful ppace which serves the trout fish. Fish and view of the lake is the prize of this hotel that is worth every penny.
6. Hunza Explorers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
Since years we are working in the field of tourism with the absolute aim to present a better quality of service to the client, to fulfill the actual needs of our guest traveling individually or in groups. We are proud to say that our experienced local guides, porters, drivers and cooks are capable to make your journey safe and smooth. We organize mountaineering, trekking, jeep safaris, mountain biking, culture tours, study tours, hunting tours, honeymoon tours and historical trips in all over Pakistan. Pakistan , which has undoubtedly being blessed with pleasant diversities is rich in breathtaking scenic beauty, historical and culture heritage. We are registered with Ministry Of Tourism Pakistan having license no ID-1578. We are also member of Pakistan Association of Tour Operators (PATO)
7. Baltit Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
This palace/fortress is over seven centuries old.
Reviewed By Umamarry - Lahore, Pakistan
The rich beauty of Baltit Fort can be traced back 700 years, to Ayasho II, Tham/Mir (ruler) of Hunza, who married Princess Shah Khatoon (Sha Qhatun) from Baltistan in the early 15th Century. The Fort remains open all year round and seven days a week, with the idea of being a self-sustaining cultural centre supported by the sale of entry tickets, souvenirs and generous donations of individuals and organizations interested for the promotion and preservation of cultural and historical heritage of this part of world. In olden times a number of small independent states existed in the Northern Areas of Pakistan. Among them, Hunza and Nagar were the traditional rival states, situated on opposite sides of the Hunza (kanjut) river. The rulers of these two states, known as Tham, built various strongholds as expressions of their power. The Hunza rulers initially resided in the Altit Fort, but later, as a result of a conflict between the two sons of the ruler (Sultan), Shah Abbas (Shάboos) and Ali Khan (Aliqhάn), Shaboos shifted to the Baltit Fort, making it the capital of Hunza. The power struggle between the two brothers eventually resulted in the death of younger one, and Baltit Fort established itself as the seat of power in the Hunza state. Ayasho II, Tham was the first to modify the face of Altit and, subsequently Baltit Fort. Baltistan - the land of Balti people - had a strong cultural and ethnic relationship with the Ladakh region of undivided India. Consequently, the structure of Baltit Fort was influenced by the Ladakhi/Tibetan architecture, with some resemblance to the Potala palace in Lhasa. Additions, renovations and changes to the building were made through the centuries by the long line of rulers of the Hunza region, which was on the historic Silk Route. One of the biggest changes in the structure of Baltit Fort came with the invasion of British in December 1891, which resulted in Tham/Mir Safdarali Khan, ruler of Hunza, his wazir Dadu (Thara Baig III), fleeing to Kashgar (China) for political asylum with their companions and families.
8. Hussaini Hanging Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Explore_Pakistan1 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Passu suspension bridge is considering the most thrilling and longest bridge in Gilgit Baltistan it is short walk for Passu village .some 40 minutes walk .
9. Altit Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By 765humeraa
Altit fort is a historical place with a good environment. View from the top of fort is so beautiful and hide me jawed there was a very wonderful person to meet there. T
10. Kunjerab Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By 765humeraa
It has a very good road with beautiful scenery. There is too cold weather on the khunjrab pass. You can experience some difficulty in breathing bcoz of height
