Visit Malam Jabba

Malam Jabba is a hill station in great karkoram mountain range. Malam Jabba is most beautiful and most visited area of Pakistan.
How to Get it?
it is nearly 314km from Islamabad and 40km from Saidu Shrif, Sawat valley. You can also enter in this heaven by air just 51km Saidu Shrif airport.
This area has a great resort ski rsort name Malam Jabba Ski Resort.



Two trekking trails are located near the Malam Jabba resort. The first passes through the Ghorband Valley and Shangla Top and starts about 18 km from the resort. The other trail passes through the Sabonev Valley and is about 17 km from the resort.

Malam Jabba Ski Resort
The Malam Jabba Ski Resort, owned by the Pakistani Tourism Development Corporation, had a ski slope of about 800m with the highest point of the slope 2804m (9200 ft) above sea level. Malam Jabba Ski Resort was the joint effort of the Pakistan government with its Austrian counterpart. The resort was equipped with modern facilities including roller/ice-skating rinks, chair lifts, skiing platforms, telephones and snow clearing equipment.

Balakot

It is the gate way to Kaghan valley and you can take some rest to refresh yourself for further memorable journey. You can drive 72 km from Abbotabad  to Balakot.It is  spectacular misty mountains and lush cool landscaping have been an inspiration for nature lovers. the visiters can refresh them in balakot cool atmosphere for furhter journy to Kaghan Valley. The earthquake of october2005 affected this beautiful city but brave inhabitants face it with unity and show more hospitality for visitors. You can switch on 4w Jeep for adventurous journey from balakot in cheep able rates. Hotels and resturants are available on very affordable rates.



Sharaan



Sharan Forest

It is an attractive forest with full of charming tall trees of alpine and wild life at the distance of 10 km. It   is peaceful and pleasant for those who escape the blistering heat of the plains and hustle bustle of busy life. You can lay out beautifully landscape gardens of Forest House in an effort to enhance the natural beauty of the land.

Abbottabad



Thandiani



Abbottabad is approximately 1,222 meter above sea level with a neat and clean atmosphere and have many hotels and resorts for tourists. It is one of the ideal places that are popular with respect to pure atmosphere and well decorated natural scenic beauty. It is a spacious valley surrounded by lush green hills.

It serves as a base for visit to Kaghan valley and has many help center to facilitate the visitors and also Silk Road leads to Northern Pakistan with great adventurous journey. A well constructed road is lead to Kaghan valley in a snake  shape.

Accessible: it is accessible by road at the distance of approximately 160 km from Islamabad and 246 km from Peshawar. Public transport is available in all major cities to access the beautiful valley. Jeep safari is must to explore the eye catching sight in whole valley.

Hotels: There are a several hotels, motels, lodges, huts, and camping facilities in Abbotabad and in its surroundings.

Attractions:  Ilyasi Masjad with a Shimla hill view point.

Thandiani is another attractive and enchanting hill resort 30 km east of Abbottabad at an altitude of 8,800 feet. It is most beautiful location and ideal for charming location.

Galyat are very famou tuorist spots around Abbotabad in which most popular is Nathia Gali.

Kaghan and Naran valley

Kaghan Valley

This beautiful valley  is  a  unique tourist   destination for holidays and fun makers with an unforgettable experience. Its mountains, meadows, forests, lakes, water-falls, streams and glaciers are still in unbelievable natural scenic locations.

Location: It is located in north east Hazara Division of province Khaber Pakhtonkhawa and. it is gate way to Northern Pakistan(Gilgit)and Karakoram range with Hamalyan hide away.

Accessible: it is accessible by road at the distance of approximately 250 km from Islamabad and 346 km from Peshawar. You can drive on your own conveyance, public and rental car or jeep to reach in Naran. A well constructed road leads to valley in snake shapes with river Kunhar. Public transport is available in all major cities to access the beautiful valley. Jeep safari is must to explore the eye catching sight in whole valley. 

Attractions: There are several lovely and lush green cities and towns on the way to Naran that increases the enjoyment of journey. Abotabad, Mansehra, Kiwai, Balakot, and Kaghan village  (The name by which this valley is famous). there are many popular lakes,  meadows and glaciers to enjoy the fascination of nature . Every destination have full tourist interests in surroundings and capture their full attention towards charming nature.

Hotels: There are a several hotels, motels, lodges, huts, and camping facilities in whole valley. They provide all facilities to serve their guests on the best of  their hospitality.

Muree



Muree



The most popular visiting place in Pakistan that is located 50 km from Capital Islamabad, a well constructed two lane road leads to Muree with protection on the sides having thrilling journey on it. It is cool and well decorated with nature which fully impresses the visitors. Snow falling starts from
 mid Jan to mid Feb. and winter is cherish able for fun lovers. In winter the hills of Muree is fully covered with snow that create a center of attention its lovers towards it.

There are a series of tourist attractions and wonderful Hill-resorts on the ridge between Murree and Abbottabad and are more attractive than other cities.

Lush green hills with thick pine forest, cool breez, eye catching scenic beauty and all fun maker activities distinguish it from other tourist locations in country. The wild life of this area is pretty good. There is no place in this area where you won't find monkeys, real free monkeys.



Place to visit

Ayabia Gali, Pindi Point, New Muree &Patriata, Nathia Ga

"K2" Highest Peak of Karakoram Range

k2

Most of the high peaks in Pakistan are in Karakoram range, the highest of which is K2 also known as Mount Godowin Austin. It  is the second-highest mountain on Earth after Mount Everest. With a peak elevation of 8,611 meters(28,251 ft). It is located on the border between the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County of Xinjiang, China, and  in Gilgit-Baltistan of Pakistan. The word k2 is derived from notation used by the

 Great Trigonometric Survey and sketched two prominent peaks by k1 and k2. K2 is known as the Savage Mountain due to the difficulty of ascent and the 2nd highest fatality rate among the "eight thousanders" for those who climb it and it has never been climbed in winter. An Italian expedition finally succeeded in ascending to the summit of K2 on July 31, 1954. K2 is a much more difficult and dangerous climb, due in part to its more inclement weather and comparatively greater height from base to peak. There are many routes to access but Abruzzi Spur and North Ridge is mostly taken to ascent.

"world of fantasy " Shogran

Shogran

It is  spectacular misty mountains and lush cool landscaping have been an inspiration for nature lovers. Your jeep  drive  34 km away from Balakot at 2,362 metres above sea level lies the green plateau of Shogran. It is one of the most beautiful place to visit in this valley.
From Shogran only 10 km away, you can trek or on a jeep accessible way  full of thrilling and adventurous  journey to impressive dreamland of Sari  Paye and fabulous Makra. You can enjoy and make unlimited fun with camping and explore the world of fantasy in real sense.

Mountains & Great Peaks of Pakistan

Nanga Parbat

Pakistan is home to many mighty mountains above 7,000 meters (22,970 ft). The World highest mountains Five (5) out of fourteen (14) peaks above 8,000 m are in Pakistan, four of which are at the head of Baltoro glacier in Karakoram near Concordia and one at the end of western Himalya range. These ranges covered 68 peaks over 7,000 m and hundreds others of over 6,000 meters.
The Northern Pakistan has some of the longest glaciers outside Polar region; Siachen (72 km), Hispar (61 km), Biafo (60 km), Baltoro (60 km) and Batura (64 km).

There are Following Famous Peaks

K-2

Most of the high peaks in Pakistan are in Karakoram range, the highest of which is K2 also known as Mount Godowin Austin. It  is the second-highest mountain on Earth after Mount Everest. With a peak elevation of 8,611  meters (28,251 ft).

 Nanga Parbat

Nanga Parbat  is the ninth highest mountain on Earth with gigantic height of 8126 m .

Gasherbrum-I 

Gasherbrum in local language means "Shining Wall". There are six Gasherbrum Peaks. Gasherbrum-I (8,068 m) is located in Karakorum Range and 11^th highest peak in the world.

Broad Peak   

Gasherbrum-II

Broad Peak is the 12^th  highest mountain on Earth with gigantic height of  8,047 m .

Gasherbrum-II

Gasherbrum-II (8,035 m) is also giant, dramatic peak that rises far above its surrounding terrain.

Tirich Mir

Hindu Kush range, highest peak is Tirich Mir (7,690 metres or 25,230 feet).

“The Eighth Wonder of the World “ Karakoram Highway(Silk Road)

KKH

For centuries, the ancient Silk Road remained the main trading route between the South and the Central Asia. After the construction of the Karakoram Highway (KKH) along the same alignment, which joins Pakistan with the Chinese Muslim autonomous region of Xinjang, the ancient trade link has been revived.
The 805 km. dual carriage metalled road starts from Havelian 100 km. From Islamabad and winds through Abbottabad-Mansehra-Thakot-Besham-Pattan-Sazin-Ghils-Gilgit-Hunza to the Chinese Frontier across the 4,733 metres high Khunjerab Pass.

The road built by the Pakistan Army engineers in association with the Chinese experts and technicians has been described as a marvel of civil engineering and even as "The Eighth Wonder of the World". Completed in 15 years, it has been forced through some of the world's toughest terrain. The KKH has provided a great opportunity for international travelers to explore the unspoiled natural beauty, unique culture and traditions of the Northern Pakistan together with other Silk Route destinations like China, Kirgizstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

Neelam Valley

Neelum Valley

Kashmir

Azad Jumun & Kashmir is paradise on Earth and its outstanding beauty can not define in words just a trip is must be recommended. Picturesque Neelum Valley is situated to the North & North East of Muzaffarabad. It is the Switzerland of Pakisatan.  It is running parallel to the Kaghan Valley and it is separated from it by snow caped peaks. Its outstanding scenic beauty, clear streams, enchanting waterfalls, towering hills on both sides of the noisy Neelum river, lush green forests, high altitude lakes and attractive surroundings make the valley a fairyland.

Place to visit

 Kundal ,Shahi,  Kutton,Salkhala, Athmaqam,Karen, Dowarian,Sharda & Kel. 

Valleys of Pakistan

Pakistan 

Pakistan is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It has several tourist attraction and enchanting beauty of mountain. The world's three famous mountain ranges meet - the Himalayas, the Karakorum’s and the Hindukush. long mountain hideout, nesting high mighty ranges, are a place of fascinating picturesque beauty and grandeur There is world second largest peak K 2 and scores of over 8000 m and 7,000
m peaks in the Karakoram Range and hundreds of nameless summits below 6,000 meters stand for adventure.
The whole valleys come to be known as a paradise for mountaineers, climbers, trekkers, hikers and anglers of the most famous “Trout fish”. It is Pakistan where natural beauty is compared by Heaven on earth .
The lush-green valleys, snow covered top peaks & glaciers, with its rushing torrents, icy-cold sprinkle lakes, fruit-laden orchards and flower-decked slopes is ideal for holiday and fun makers. It has a rich historical past, too. Diversity of culture can be observed in all over the country and their traditional festival celebration impresses visitors. Hospitality is inborn quality of all local people and they feel proud to serve their stranger guest. There are certain attractive valleys that invites tourist to come and enjoy in a memorable fairy land.

National Geographic Outline

Official Country Name:   Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Capital:   Islamabad.

Total Area : 796,096-sq. km.

Currency:   Pak. Rupee

Language:   Urdu (National language), English (Official)

Population : 172.80 million

Ethnic Composition:   95% Muslims, 5% others

Historical & Archaeological Sites:  Badshahi Mosque,Shahi Fort Lahor, Shalimar Garden, Rohtas Fort, Mohenjodaro, Harappa, Taxila, Kot Diji, Mehar Garh, and Takht Bahi 

Pakistan has following valleys lie in different areas…

1:  Kaghan & Naran Valley 

2: Swat Valley

3: Gilgit  Valley

4: Hunza Valley

5: Naltar Valley:

6: Skardu

  i: Shigar,

ii: Khaplu

iii: Rondu

iv:  Kharmang

7: Astore Valley

8: Deosai Plains

9: Karakoram Highway

10: Chitral Valley

11:Kalash Valley

12:Muzaffarabad 

13: Neelum Valley

14: Leepa Valley

15: Murree

Shandur Top, World highest Polo Ground

Shandur top a roof of the world, where world most beautiful and top mountain ranges, Hindukush, Pamir and Karakoram ranges meet. Shandur elevation is 3718.6m located in Kayber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. Shandur pass connect Chitral and gilgit Pakistan.

Shandur Polo Festival

Every year a polo match is played between Chitral and Gilgit, Famous and top teams in Pakistan. This match is played in world highest polo ground of the world. This polo ground is c

alled roof of the world.

In every summer when Shandur pass converted in to lush green ground, match is held and thousand of tourist gathered here to watch this exciting thrilling match besides folk music, parties, traditional food served among visitor. In every year Pakistan top leader also attend this festival.

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Most Beautiful Mountain Rakaposhi Pakistan

Rakaposhi Most beautiful mountain int he world situated in Karakorum Mountain range. Rakaposhi situated in Nagar 100km north of Gilgit. Rakaposhi height is 7788m ranked 27th in world and 12th highest in Pakistan.

• Rakaposhi mean Snow Covered Mountain in local language.
• Rakaposhi popularity is not its height but its beauty, which never you seen in any region
• Rakaposhi first climbed in 1958

Nagar and Rakaposhi mountain range declared community park to preserve and save endanger species. for more click...