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Gilgit-Baltistan

https://gbtourists.blogspot.com/ - August 23, 2025

 

Welcome to Gilgit-Baltistan – The Beautiful Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan is divided into two main regions from a tourist's point of view:

 Gilgit and Skardu.

  • On the Karakoram Highway, after Raikot Bridge and before Jaglot, you can turn towards Astore from Astore Chowk.

  • From Gilgit JSR Chowk, the road goes down to Alam Bridge, which leads to Skardu.

  • Straight ahead, about half an hour’s drive, you reach Gilgit city.

Gilgit City: 

Gilgit city is surrounded by many peaceful and breathtaking areas, such as Sakwar, Pari Bangla, Chhamogarh, Oshikhandas, Jutial, Danyore, Hanzal, Nomal, Sultanabad, Nageral, Khomer, Ampheri, Majini Mohallah, and more.

 something from Gilgit city:

For shopping, NL Market and Taj Market are excellent options. Hotels range from 1,000 PKR to 20,000–30,000 PKR, depending on your choice and budget. Food is clean and affordable in a healthy environment.

Gilgit is also the headquarters and center of Gilgit-Baltistan. It hosts the Provincial Assembly and all major government offices.

Tourist Attractions in Gilgit:

  • City Park

  • Danyore Bridge Area

  • Naltar Valley




Hunza

Hunza is a unique and world-famous tourist destination, known for its beauty, cleanliness, and peaceful environment. Educated young men and women actively participate in tourism, setting a positive example.

Major Attractions in Hunza:

  • Karimabad

  • Altit Fort

  • Baltit Fort

  • Attabad Lake

  • Gojal Valley

  • Shimshal Valley





Nagar District

Tourist Attractions in Nagar:

  • Rakaposhi Peak

  • Diran Peak

  • Golden Peak

  • Daman Khoh

  • Hopper Glacier

  • Biafo Glacier

  • Hopper Valley

  • Hispar Valley

  • Gappa Meadows & Valley

  • Minapin Valley

Astore District

Tourist Attractions in Astore:

  • Deosai National Park

  • Rupal Face of Nanga Parbat

  • Rama Meadows

  • Preishing

  • Minimarg, Chillum, Burzil Top

  • Harcho Waterfall

  • Shudas Valley

At Burzil Top (13,808 ft), you will find a peaceful environment, snow walls (even in July), and icy winds blowing from snow-capped mountains. Beyond Burzil Top lies Minimarg, which is geographically part of Azad Jammu & Kashmir but administratively under Gilgit-Baltistan. From Minimarg via Kamri Top, one can reach Taobat in Neelum Valley, AJK – a historic route once used to travel towards Srinagar.

Other Astore Attractions:

  • Domail Lake

  • Rattu

  • Shounter

  • Rainbow Lake

Diamer District

Tourist Attractions:

  • Fairy Meadows

  • Diamer Bhasha Dam (under construction)

  • Gael Valley Meadows

Ghizer District

Beautiful Valleys:

  • Phander

  • Yasin

  • Gupis

  • Punial

  • Gahkuch

This district is full of lush green valleys, waterfalls, and scenic landscapes that captivate tourists.

Famous Spots in Ghizer:

  • Shinglot Village

  • Phander Lake

  • Guni Gah Lake



Note for Travelers

There may be some details missing in this description. I welcome guidance and suggestions from locals of Gilgit-Baltistan to improve this. Visitors coming to Skardu can contact me for more information. Those involved in the tourism industry are encouraged to share their insights in the comment box.

Thank you! 🌄



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