5 Amazing Places To Visit In Northern Areas Of Pakistan
The tallest peaks in the world, lush forests, lakes with deep blue water, amazing valleys, and more can all be found in Pakistan. The British Backpacker Society named Pakistan the greatest place to go to in 2017 and 2018. Given the beauty of its northern regions, Pakistan is undoubtedly one of the top travel destinations.
You will fall in love with Pakistan all over again if you visit its northern regions, which are rich with stunning landscapes. Tourists should visit these famous and excellent tourism destinations in northern Pakistan this summer. Prepare your backpack for this summer’s travels to these magnificent locations with breathtaking vistas in Pakistan’s north by doing so.
1.Hunza Valley
Hunza Valley, often known as Heaven on Earth, is a stunning alpine valley in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan area. The valley is home to a variety of breathtaking natural wonders.
These attractions include the well-known Baltit and Altit forts; however, the Baltit fort was recently renovated and converted into a historical museum. There is a market called Karimbad in Hunza as well, which is well-known for its regional handicrafts, handmade carpets, traditional embroidered hats, handwoven fabric, and gemstones, notably Ruby, which are well-known worldwide.
2.NaranKaghan Valley
The best-ranked valleys in Pakistan are Naran and Kaghan, which are found in the Himalayan Mountains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Due to the significant snowfall from October through April, it is impossible to reach Naran Valley. Landslides and avalanches from the mountains cause the road leading to the valley to get blocked, therefore it is only open for a few months at a time.
Visitors to the Himalayan valleys are left with a sense of the region’s beauty and health due to the valley’s proximity to lush green mountains and dense alpine forests. There is much more to explore in the Naran Valley, such as the mythical Saif-ul-Malook Lake, an exhilarating walk to the Ansoo Lake, the Lulusar Lake, the Queen Dudipatsar Lake, and lastly the Babusar Top. Numerous tourists are undoubtedly compelled by these attractions to visit this location with their families, friends, and loved ones in order to make the nicest recollections.
Along the flow of Kunhar River, a beautiful valley called Naran Valley is situated and contains glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, waterfalls, and cold mountain streams. The Kaghan Valley is well-known for its beautiful beauty and sceneries, which has led to its appeal as a summer resort among both residents and visitors.
3.Naltar Valley
It takes roughly 2.5 hours to go from Gilgit to Naltar, which is well-known for its vibrant lakes. Additionally, you could observe that the tastiest potatoes in the world are grown here. This valley, which is surrounded and covered by tall pine trees, doesn’t appear to belong in this world.
You should travel to Naltar at least once in your life if you truly want to put all of your worries behind you and experience heaven on earth. You’ll undoubtedly fall in love with this location.
The Naltar Valley also has a Wildlife Sanctuary where a rare snow leopard can be found. This female Snow Leopard was rescued on December 31, 2012 as an abandoned cub, from a partially frozen river stream in the Wadkhun district of Sost, the final settlement on the Pakistan-China border in the Karakoram mountain range.
4.Azad Kashmir’s Neelum Valley
Neelum Valley is located opposite the Keran sector of Indian-controlled Kashmir and stretches from the ChellaBandi Bridge to Tau Butt. One of Azad Kashmir’s most beautiful valleys is Neelum. It has a turquoise river, many brooks, freshwater streams, verdant woods, and beautiful green mountains.
You may find breathtaking waterfalls and cataracts here, and seeing their milky-white waters slap against the huge boulders and run over the roadways will enhance your appreciation of nature.
5.Fairy Meadows
Fairy Meadows, the name given to this heavenly-looking stretch of land in Gilgit Baltistan in northern Pakistan, is located in the Far Himalayan Mountains. Due to the surrounding dark alpine forest, the location is well-known. One of the nicest spots to visit in Pakistan’s northern regions is the lush green meadows in the middle, which are framed by the magnificent, imposing Nanga Parbat summit (8,126 m).
Conclusion
Pakistan has many things to offer even the weariest of travelers. You may enjoy some breath-taking mountain views thanks to the province’s tremendous mountains on the northwest boundary.
Every year, more and more travelers are becoming interested in Pakistan, and these stunning locations demonstrate why. In Pakistan, you can discover everything you’re looking for and more, whether you’re interested in learning about the fascinating early history of Pakistan, getting outside, or experiencing a completely unique culture.
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