10 Pakistani Tourist Spots(You must visit once)

Presented by: Bilal Khan Durrani (27427)

PAKISTAN – OUR HOMELAND

|Naltar Valley|

Famous for its colourful lakes. Situated at a drive of 2.5 hours from Gilgit. World’s tastiest potatoes are cultivated here. Covered with pine trees.

This valley doesn’t seem to be a part of this world because;

|Neelum Valley, Azad Kashmir|

Among most beautiful valleys of Azad Kashmir. It Stretches out for 240 kilometres. Neelum also holds freshwater streams, forests, lush green mountains &

a river. Situated opposite to Keran - Sector of Indian held Kashmir near north of

Azad Kashmir. Also known as BLUE GEM VALLEY

|Shangrila Resort, SKARDU|

SKARDU – The central valley of Gilgit-Baltistan. During the 7 hours journey, one is greeted with several streams, springs

& the hospitality of the local people. To reach SHANGRILA, one must crosses the old wooden bridge built

over the River Indus. A paradise on earth for tourists. Restaurant in Shangrila rest house is highlight of this place, which is

built in the structure of an aircraft.

|Gojal Valley: Where Pakistan Begins|

It borders with China & Afghanistan.

Situated 15,397 feet above sea level & remains covered with snow all year long.

The Karakoram Highway which connects Pakistan to China also passes through Gojal Valley and enters China at Khunjerab.

Karakoram Highway in Gojal

|Desosai Plains: Welcome to Surreal Pakistan|

Situated on the boundary of Karakoram & the western Himalayas.

It is 4000 meters above sea level & it also covers with snow for 8 months.

The rest of the year it hosts a range of beautiful flowers of all hues & colours but not a single tree found in this plateau.

Sheosar lake is also a part of this & one of the highest lake in world.

|White Palace Swat|

Only breathtaking location in the Swat District. Situated at a distance of 12 km from the city of

mingora. Not only do tourists visit Marghazar for its natural

beauty and pleasant weather but also to visit the historic white palace (1941).

Swat's White Palace: Cut from the same stone as the Taj Mahal.

|Kerthar Area|

It stretches from Sindh to Balochistan, Serving as a natural border between the two provinces.

This mountain range includes the scenic Gorakh Hill (5700), Kutte Ji Qabar (6877) and Bandu Ji Qabar (7112).

This region is not just known for its breathtaking beauty but also for its rich history.

Spread across 150 miles, it is an ideal tourist spot due to several streams, springs and historic locations

The local population is eager to welcome visitors and want to make this area a better place

|Ranikot Fort: World’s largest fort|

Ranikot fort is the largest fort in the world. However, this has not been enough to convince the

authorities to develop it as a major tourist attraction. This fort is easily accessible from Karachi through the

National Highway.  After departing from Karachi, head to Dadu through on the Indus Highway.

 A rusty board announces that Ranikot is some 30 km away. Even though the road is in pathetic condition, the distance can be covered in 30 to 40 minutes.

|Rural areas near Punjab river|  As soon as you park near the shore, numerous boats

are anchored floating on crystal clear waters, beneath the expansive blue sky.

Nature has also blessed Punjab with colors of every season, as winter ends vivid colors of spring spread around.

Iqbal, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Shev Kumar Batalvi, and many other fertile minds have their roots here.

The River Chenab flows from Marala, 24 kilometres from the city of Sialkot.

|Gorak Hill|

There’s one place in Sindh where it really snows in winter, to the extent that in 2008 the mountains got entirely covered with a layer of snow.

Gorakh is a scenic plateau situated at a height of over 5,688 feet.

It is a part of the Kirthar Mountain Range that covers the entire Sindh’s border with Balochistan in the west.

Reference(s): http://www.dawn.com/news/1228738