Beautiful places in Pakistan

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Beautiful places in Pakistan

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Beautiful places in Pakistan

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Gondogoro La Trek, Pakistan.


Gondogoro La is a true adventure destination and one needs to be flexible and be prepared for the unexpected!

This pass has one of the most overwhelming mountain panoramas anywhere in the world, with all of the Karakoram's 8000m peaks close at hand. Crossing this pass requires good judgement, commitment, top fitness, prior acclimatisation and basic mountaineering skills of all visitors.




Fizza Ghat, Pakistan.

Located in Central Swat, Fizza Ghat is an amazing place around the river Swat. Facing the Hindukush Mountain range, it's a totally enchanting spectacle leaving you falling short for words to describe the true essence of it's beauty.

The mountains facing Fizza Ghat are one of the greatest reserves of Emeralds in the world.

Photographed by: Povinda Chaudhry




Naran, Pakistan.

It's an ideal place to spend your summer evenings. The plethora of sights in this 160 km valley is unbelievable: the Kunhar River, swollen by glacier melt, meanders its way through the valley, and is the perfect river for trout fishers.

You can't imagine the excitement when you hook a delicious "Trout" in your Rod!

Photographed by: Farhan Nawaz





Mordor, the darker side of Tolkien's Middle-earth. Baltoro region in Pakistan.

The trough of this glacier is very wide. Small valley glaciers form icefalls where they meet the trunk glacier. The sidewalls vary from very steep to precipitous. The glacier has carved striations on the surrounding country rocks. The glacier can be approached via the important Balti town of Skardu.




Satpara Lake, Pakistan.

It is an important lake in Skardu Valley which supplies water for the town of Skardu, which is located at 2,636 meters (8,650 ft). It is one of the most picturesque lakes in the world.

A story is attached with this lake by local people that there is gold mine in the bottom of this lake, that is why its water seems shining in the day time.





Kandol Lake, Pakistan.

2 hours drive and then 3 hours hiking on the exciting and dangerous riverside takes you to this destination from Kalaam city.

You will witness such scenery in the world which you will not find anywhere in the world!

Photographed by: Syed Muhammad Ahsan

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Village Halmet, Neelum Valley, Pakistan.

Neelum Valley is definitely another hidden pearl of Pakistan. No other valley in Kashmir can compare this valley and even most of the Pakistanis know little about it and have little visited there.

Photographed by: Heartkins




Glacier Stream - Baltoro Glacier, Pakistan.

The Baltoro Glacier, at 62 kilometers long, is one of the longest glaciers outside the polar regions. It is located in Baltistan, in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan.

The glacier gives rise to the Shigar River, which is a tributary of the Indus River.








The Kingdom which is seldom visited known as Karakorum, Pakistan.

The Karakoram and the Himalaya are important to Earth scientists for several reasons. They are one of the world's most geologically active areas, at the boundary between two colliding continents. Therefore, they are important in the study of plate tectonics.

A significant part, 28-50% of the Karakoram Range is glaciated, compared to the Himalaya (8-12%) and European Alps (2.2%). Mountain glaciers may serve as an indicator of climate change, advancing and receding with long-term changes in temperature and precipitation.






Silk route, on the way to Gilgit, Pakistan.

For centuries, Gilgit has been the stopping point on the Silk Route as caravans journeyed south from Kashgar. Chinese monks returning from pilgrimages in India in the 5th century found Buddhism widely practiced in Gilgit. Hinduism came to the area around the 10th century, followed by Islam two hundred years ago.







Gadani Beach, Pakistan.

This beach is on the Arabian Sea located near the Hub River and Cape Monze in Gadani, Lasbela District, Balochistan, Pakistan.

Gadani Beach is the location of Gadani ship-breaking yard, which is one of the world's largest ship-breaking yards.

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Pir Ghaib [Invisible Saint], Pakistan.

It is a beautiful place surrounded from all sides by daunting rugged mountains and is almost 10 km Eastwards from the National Highway between Sibi and Mach cities of Baluchistan, Pakistan. No one knows about the exact historical validity of a Saint's Grave. The locals attribute many mythological stories.







This is Uchali Lake and the Sakesar mountain range. Its located in Khushab district of Punjab.

Its road distance from M2 Lilla Interchange is measured by 'Google Earth' as 89 KM (1 hour 47 minutes).

Contribution by: Hamid Ali Tiwana






Jalkhad.

It is a beautiful valley about 3 and a half hour drive from Naran. The road to Jalkhad is magnificent.







Nandana, Pakistan.

It was a fort in eastern flanks of Salt Range in Punjab, Pakistan. It was ruled by a Hindu Shahi family. It was built on a hilly range and it's ruins are present.

The greatest Persian scholar Abū Rayḥān al-Bīrūnī calculated the circumference of earth here 1000 years ago. He found the Potohar Plateau so flat that he could see the curvature of earth and decided this would be the ideal place to calculate the circumference of earth.His calculation is only 80miles short of modern day digital precision tools calculation and how he did it a millennium ago is mind boggling.

Photographed by: Farhan Nawaz






Gwadar, Pakistan.

It is a developing port city in Balochistan, Pakistan. Gwadar is strategically located between three increasingly important regions: the oil-rich Middle East, heavily populated South Asia and the economically emerging and resource-laden region of Central Asia. Gwadar is the location of the Gwadar Port, a warm-water, deep sea port.

Gwadar is located on the Gulf of Oman close to the entrance of the Persian Gulf, about 460 kilometres west of Karachi.







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Old Ruins, Basharat, Pakistan.

These mysterious old ruins [puraney mandir] are located near Pind Dadan Khan, Chakwal. The locals have many interesting stories to share.

And yes, you are advised to see this place in the day light only.

Photographed by: Farhan Nawaz








Nanga Parbat.

It is the ninth highest mountain on Earth and among the eight-thousanders with a summit elevation of 8,126 meters (26,660 ft). It is also an immense, dramatic peak that rises far above its surrounding terrain.

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Rakhiot Peak.

It lies just south of the Indus River, in the Diamir District of the Northern Areas of Pakistan. Not far to the north is the western end of the Karakoram range.






Concordia Base Camp, Pakistan.

This is the view from Concordia towards the valley of the Baltoro Glacier at dawn. On the left [Paiju peaks], middle ,[Trango towers] & on the right [Grand Cathedra].

It offers the region's best place to camp for mountain enthusiasts not involved in climbing.

Concordia [junction of glaciers] is one of the most spectacular places on Earth.








K2.

It is the second-highest mountain on Earth, only after Mount Everest. It has a peak elevation of 8,611 m [28,251 feet]!!!

K2 has never been climbed in winter.






Laila Peak, Hushe, Karakoram Range, Pakistan.

It has a distinctive spear-like shape. One of the most beautiful & scenic snow covered mountain of the world.
The Laila peak has been climbed only twice.









Kalam Valley.

It is a valley along the upper reaches of the Swat River in Swat, Pakistan.

Kalam Valley is known for its waterfalls, lakes and lush green hills, and is a 270 km drive from Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.

In Kalam the Ushu and Utrot rivers join to form the Swat River. Here, the metalled road ends and shingle road leads to the Ushu and Utrot valleys.








Rakaposhi, Pakistan.

Rakaposhi is also known as Dumani [Mother of Mist]. It is situated in the Nagar valley.










Passu Peaks, Hunza, Pakistan.

Mysterious mountains stand like a wall between Hunza river and valley.









Shangrila Resort at Skardu in Pakistan.

Also known as "Heaven on Earth", is nestled amongst some of the world's highest peaks.

Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shangrila_R​esort

Photographed by: Sheraz

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Karamber Lake.

Karambar Pass marks the boundary between the Chitral and Ishkoman Districts of Pakistan. The Karmabar Lake is almost 3 km long approx and it is 4300 meters above sea level. The flowers of autumns are worth seeing on this lake.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karambar_La​ke





Dudiptsar Lake, Kaghan Valley, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

The word "dudi" means white and "sar" means lake. This name has been given to the lake because of the white color of snow at surrounding peaks. In summer the water of the lake reflects like a mirror. The word "sar" is used with the name of each lake in the area, translating as 'lake.'

It is the crown of all lakes of Kaghan valley. The fact that it cannot be accessed through any vehicle has so far kept it in with its original charm and matchless beauty. The trek to Dudipat starts from Besal which is at a distance of around 55 kms from Naran and is accessible through jeeps.

Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dudipatsar










The epic Lake Saiful Muluk.

It is located at the northern end of the Kaghan Valley (34°52′37.34″N 73°41′37.71″E) near Naran, Pakistan. The clarity of the water comes from the multiple glaciers all around the high basin which feed the lake.

A fairy tale called Saiful Muluk, written by the famous sufi poet Mian Muhammad Bakhsh, is associated with the lake. It is the story of prince of Persia who fell in love with a fairy princess at the lake. The impact of the lake beauty is of such extent that people believe that fairies come down to lake in full moon.






Headmarala , Sialkot

Mountains of Jammu & Kashmir in the background.









"Arror Rock"
[near Rohri in Sindh]

The shape of rock was caused by unknown natural forces.
There is also a Shrine on the top.

In France, there is a famous similar shaped rock on sea shore caused by huge water waves but in the middle of barren Arror - such a shape is an Amazing Wonder.

Near this wonder, there are ruins of Bin Qasim Masjid [First ever Masjid built in Subcontinent; during reign of Muhammad Bin Qasim]




Ancient City of 'Shehre-e-Roghan' near Jamshoro, Pakistan.
This cave city is larger than any other in world.

There are thousands of cave houses in rocks extends to 2 - 3 km.

In Turkey and other European countries, these cave cities are million dollar tourists attraction. Locals say, this was constructed by Prince Saif-al-Maluk.

Sad part, hardly only a Few Pakistanis know about this ancient wonder!





Lansdowne Bridge of Rohri, Pakistan.

A marvel of Nineteenth century engineering, it was the the 'longest "rigid" girder bridge in the world' at that time.

It's one of it's own kind, and gives a glimpse of Sydney harbor bridge.

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his is a 'Mud Volcano'.

There are 80 mud volcanoes which are not active.
[only 200 km away from Karachi]

These volcanoes keep the region save from any huge disaster. In Azerbaijan these mud volcanoes are million dollar tourist attraction but sadly we Pakistanis don't even have knowledge about these volcanoes!









This is biggest island of Pakistan - "Astola Island"
[near Pasni Baluchistan 40 km from shore]

It appears and disappears as water level rises, it appeared in March 1999; then disappeared now it has appeared 2 years back and it's there.

It releases Methane & other gases, which proves predictions of scientists of availability of Oil & Gas in Baluchistan sea bed.






2nd Largest Lake on Earth in Hunza ,Pakistan. [Atabaad Lake]

This lake is the result of a natural disaster. Indeed a very beautiful lake - it can be a huge tourist attraction!








Kund Malir Beach with desert ending on shore in Baluchistan, Pakistan.

This beach and desert is adjacent to Hingol National Park.
A Beach with Desert!






Is this Great Wall of China?

No. It's Wall of Sindh in Ranikot [3 hrs drive from Karachi].
It's the part of one of the Largest Fort in World, Fort of Ranikot.





This is an amazing view of a tunnel and bridge over a river on the railway track from "Rohri to Quetta".

This track passes through 20 tunnels and over 368 bridges.
It's the longest Railway gradient of world, and most scenic Railway ride of Asia.

This track also extends from Quetta to Turkey through Iran!





The Great Trango Tower, 6,286 m (20,608 ft).

The east face of the Great Trango Tower features the world's greatest nearly vertical drop. [aka Tallest vertical mountain of world]

Located in Gilgit-Baltistan Region of Pakistan.
This is one of the most difficult mountains to climb.
A perfect attraction for Base Jumping, 2 Aussies made world record of base jumping here in 1992.

A very few Pakistanis have knowledge about Trango!

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This is not Fox and Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand.

It's Baifo Glacier of Pakistan.
It's about 200 km from Gilgit.
[It is considered to be the most beautiful glacier of the world].
It is also called as "Heaven on Earth".








Saindak & Reko Diq: The Land of Gold & Copper.

This is Saindak Dam in the middle of Barren desert of Saindak-Reko diq, Baluchistan.

[Located 50 km away from Iran Border near Taaftan]










Cold Desert of Skardu in Pakistan.

This is one of the most beautiful tourists attraction of Northern areas of Pakistan. There are huge sand plains in Skardu.
In the background you can see snow covered mountains. This is also the highest desert of world.
Even Pakistanis don't know about this beautiful desert!






Is this Grand Canyon or Texas?

No. It's Hingol National Park of Baluchistan, Pakistan. It got Mysterious Mud mountains, beautiful blue water Hingol river, desert and deep blue Arabian sea. [3.5 hrs drive from Karachi on Makran coastal highway]






Katas Raj Temple. Located 40 km from Chakwaal in salt range of Pakistan.

This is one of many forts, temples, and places of historical and archeological interest in the Salt Range, Punjab province of Pakistan, as this was part of the Hindu Kingdom of Kashmir in 10 AD.
It is a picturesque sight.
It's been nominated for UNESCO world heritage site.
Very popular among tourists.








This is not Fox and Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand.

This is Biafo Glacier - which is a 63 km long glacier in the Karakoram Mountains, Pakistan meets the 49 km long Hispar Glacier at an altitude of 5,128 m (16,824 feet) at Hispar La (Pass) to create the world's longest glacial system outside the polar regions.
[It is considered to be the most beautiful glacier of the world].
It is also called as "Heaven on Earth".

Pakistan has the most beautiful view of mountains on the planet!

Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biafo_Glaci​er
Picture Credit: Unknown

Snow Lake, or Lukpe Lawo, is a high-altitude glacial basin in the Karakoram mountain range in the Northern Areas of Pakistan. It is not a lake.
Snow Lake is located 16,000 feet (4,877 m) above sea level, and is approximately 10 miles (16 km) wide. The basin lies at the head of the Biafo and Hispar glaciers, which spread down from the Hispar Pass in opposite directions, forming a 61 mile (100 km) river of ice that is among the world's longest continuous glacier systems outside of the polar regions.
Snow Lake under twilightMartin Conway, the first foreign visitor, gave Snow Lake the name in 1892. Conway described Snow Lake as "beyond all comparison the finest view of mountains it has ever been my lot to behold, nor do I believe the world can hold a finer."[1] Snow Lake is very difficult to reach, however, and only about 200 people manage to reach it per year.[2] In 1899, the husband-wife team of William Hunter Workman and Fanny Bullock Workman came and speculated that Snow Lake might be an ice-cap like those in the polar regions, from which glaciers flowed out in all directions, and estimated its total size at 300 square miles (116 square kilometers). Mustansar Hussain Tararh, A famous Pakistani writer and show biz personallity has reached snow lake and crossed Biafo-Hispar trek with a team of fellow members.
Looking east to Snow LakeThe journey to Snow Lake typically begins in Skardu, which can be reached by plane or jeep from Islamabad. From Skardu, a jeep may escort travellers through the Braldu Gorge to the village of Askole. The trek from Askole initially proceeds towards K2, then turns northwest up the Biafo Glacier to Snow Lake. The descent differs from the ascent, going through the Hunza Valley and ending in Gilgit, from where a return to Islamabad can be arranged by plane or jeep.









Suspension bridge crossing in the rocky valley in Gojal, upper Hunza, Pakistan.

Need we say something more? Crossing it can turn out to be the biggest dare of your life.

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Pakistan jana chahta hoon!!!Pakistan Zindabaad!!!!