Makran Coastal Highway The Makran Coastal Highway is a 653 km long state-of-art highway that connects the port cities of Karachi and Gwadar. After the Karakorum Highway, the Makran Coastal Highway offers the most exquisite views for those riding on it. It also connects smaller towns of Ormara and Pasni along the Makran Coast, bordering …
Gwadar Gwadar, a deep-sea port on the Arabian Sea that has come into media limelight in recent years owing to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), is a delight for tourists. Its white sandy beaches with green-blue waters are a sight to behold. The area is also rich in marine life, and fishing is the main …
Hingol National Park Balochistan Hingol National Park Balochistan Established in 1988, the Hingol National Park is one of the largest national parks of Pakistan, spread over an area of 1,650 sq km. It is a mind-boggling landscape, with steep rocky hills interspersed with large swathes of arid wasteland and mud volcanoes. It is home to …
Cholistan Desert A wild maze of sand ridges and sand dunes, the Cholistan Desert is an excellent tourist destination of Pakistan. Although it is considered far-flung and remote, many people are now turning to the desert to enjoy jeep rallies and camping. The desert stretches over an area of over 26,000 sq km, and is …
Azad Kashmir Kashmir is a heavenly abode which requires no introduction. Famous all over the world for its lush green valleys, mesmerizing lakes and high mountains, it is definitely on the bucket list of every mountain lover! It regularly features in the list of top travel destinations around the world. Ratti Gali Lake An alpine …
Swat Dubbed as the “Switzerland of the East”, Swat’s reputation as a paradisiacal tourist destination lives up to its name. Situated in the Malakand division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, it was once a major Buddhist center, as can be evidenced from the remaining ruins of that era. Swat is known for its breathtaking greenery amidst high …
Dir Dir is a small town located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It lies just north of the Dir River, which happens to be an affluent of Panjkora. It can be accessed via Malakand from the south and via Chitral through the Lowari Tunnel from the north. The town is said to be founded …
Astore Astore Of the 14 districts of GB, Astore is one of the southern-most districts and is bounded by Azad Kashmir to its south, Chilas to its west, Gilgit to its north and Skardu to its east. It can be reached from Jaglot and Skardu, however, the latter route is closed for most of the …
Skardu Skardu is a haven for mountain climbers! Serious mountaineering expeditions, both local and foreign, can often be seen staying at the hotels of Skardu, preparing to embark on their adventures. But Skardu is not for the climbers only, it is also an amazing tourist destination for families. Just like Gilgit, Skardu also has a …
Gilgit Gilgit city is situated on Gilgit river at its confluence with Hunza river, in the Karakorum mountains. In the olden days, the town was a major Buddhist center. Since it sat astride the silk route, Gilgit experienced a lot of different cultures. Today, it serves as Gilgit-Baltistan’s (GB) capital city and a major tourist …
