GilgitBaltistan (GB) is a breathtakingly beautiful region in Pakistan, known for its:
Majestic mountains: Home to five of the world's eightthousanders, including K2, Nanga Parbat, and Rakaposhi.
Scenic valleys: Hunza, Skardu, and Ghizer valleys offer stunning landscapes, picturesque villages, and ancient cultures.
Crystalclear lakes and rivers: Attabad, Satpara, and Borith lakes, and the Indus and Hunza rivers, provide breathtaking views and water sports opportunities.
Rich cultural heritage: GB has a unique blend of Islamic, Buddhist, and preBuddhist influences, reflected in its architecture, festivals, and traditions.
Adventure tourism: Trekking, mountaineering, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, and jeep safaris attract thrillseekers from around the world.
Friendly people: GB is renowned for its warm hospitality and welcoming locals.
Strategic location: GB connects China, Central Asia, and South Asia, making it an important trade and cultural hub.
Diverse wildlife: Snow leopards, Himalayan brown bears, ibex, and eagles inhabit the region's vast wilderness areas.
Ancient trade routes: The Silk Road and the Karakoram Highway pass through GB, offering a glimpse into its rich history.
GilgitBaltistan is a paradise for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and cultural enthusiasts, offering an unforgettable experience.
GilgitBaltistan ¹:
*Hunza Valley*: considered one of the most beautiful valleys of GilgitBaltistan
*Attabad Lake*: a major lake of Hunza Valley
*Baltit Fort*: an old medieval fort located in Karimabad
*Hussaini Suspension Bridge*: a long wooden suspension bridge over Hunza River near Husaaini village
*Khunjerab Pass*: the highest border crossing in the world
*Skardu Valley*: located at confluence of Indus and Shiger rivers surrounded by the peaks of Karakoram
*Sheosar tso Lake*: in Deosai National Park, Skardu
*Satpara tso Lake*: in Skardu, Baltistan
*Katzura tso Lake*: in Skardu, Baltistan
*Katpana tso Lake*: in Skardu, Baltistan
*Zharba Tso Lake*: in Shigar, Baltistan
*Phoroq Tso Lake*: in Skardu, Baltistan
*Kharfaktso Lake*: in Gangche, Baltistan
*Sozgung tso Lake*: in Thalay Valley, Baltistan
*ByarsaTso Lake*: in Gultari, Baltistan
*Borith Lake*: in Gojal, upper Hunza), Gilgit
*Rama sar Lake*: near Astore
*Rush sar Lake*: near Nagar, Gilgit
*Karambar Lake*: at Kromber Pass Ishkoman Valley, Ghizer
*Barodaroksh Lake*: in Bar Valley, Nagar
*Ghorashi Lake*: in Ghandus Valley, Kharmang
*Attabad Lake*: in Hunza
*Khalti Lake*: in GupisYasin District
GilgitBaltistan is home to some of the world's highest mountain ranges and has five of the "eightthousanders" and more than fifty peaks above 7,000 meters ¹. Would you like to know more about GilgitBaltistan
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