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Travel the wonders of Pakistan…
Travelling in Pakistan is a truly unique experience, it can be frustrating, enlightening, life-changing and more often than not, surprising. Pakistan is the ultimate backpackers’ destination, a travel enthusiast’s hidden gem and a sherman’s dream holiday.
Pakistan is a real adventure; it’s time to shine the light on Pakistan!
There are many places to visit in Pakistan, though some are not 100% safe. Over the past year, my colleague Maryam and I have been travelling to different parts of Pakistan to bring together the very best of what to see and where to go.
First stop, Murree.
Murree is a mountain resort town located in the Galyat region of the Rawalpindi district of Punjab, Pakistan. It forms the outskirts of Islamabad (the capital). Murree has certainly retained its position as a popular hill station, noted for its pleasant summers. e town of Murree also serves as a transit point for tourists visiting Azad Kashmir and Abbottabad, and we met a lot of Brits there.
Next stop…LAHORE!
The area of Lahore is steeped in history and heritage and never disappoints in pleasing visitors! It is the country’s second-most populated city, after Karachi, and the largest city and historically cultural centre of the Punjab region, as well as being Pakistan’s most socially liberal and cosmopolitan city. The area is always buzzing and has some amazing places to eat.
What to see? – Lahore Fort, Shalimar Bagh & Badshahi Mosque
Where to Shop? There are so many places: Packages; Liberty; The Emporium Mall & Panorama Shopping Centre.
Where to eat? – Take a stroll down Food Street and take your pick from a few lovely local rooftop restaurants.
Don’t miss – Kashmir Point – the highest spot in Murree, famous for its picnic areas.
Where to shop? Hit Mall Road and shop until you drop !
Where to eat? The Shangria is a great place to eat continental and local flavours
Islamabad – this is where you can visit the famous Faisal Mosque, which stands tall and strong on Shah Faisal Avenue. Islamabad is also the capital city of Pakistan and many locals hold a very liberal view on life.
Karachi – Mubarak remains the second largest shing village in Karachi. Bordering with Gadani (Balochistan), the landscape encircles a stark contrast of golden hills and turquoise clear waters.
Away from the city frenzy, this place welcomes you with a lot of love. As soon as you park near the shore, you can see numerous boats anchored, boating on crystal clear waters, beneath the expansive blue sky.
Swat – White Palace Marghazar is
the only breath-taking location in the
Swat district area and is situated at a
distance of around 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), built during
the era of Swat State.
After the White Palace was constructed on the directive of the founder of modern Swat State, Miangul Abdul Wadood, also known as Badshah Sahab, Marghazar, it became a popular visitors attraction. Even today, after seven decades, White Palace remains an attraction for tourists.
e Palace doesn’t just look beautiful in summer; even during winter it remains enchanting, especially after snowfall.
Baltistan – Gilgit-Baltistan’s Ghanche district stands almost aloof with its beautiful valleys and settlements inhabited by the most hospitable locals and has river irrigated lands. e central location in the district is Khaplu, which is a beautiful landscape with high summits, owing blue waters and waterfalls.
The people of this small settlement on the bank of River Shyok, are as warm and loving as they have been for centuries.
Going a little ahead from Khaplu, the winding road takes one to the delta of River Shyok, where it splits, owing through the gravel lled river plain. e Peak of Mashabrum Mountain can also be seen in the backdrop.
Azad Jammu & Kashmir consist of a few areas,which include Muza arabad,Mirpur, Rawalakot,Kotli,Poonch. ere was so much to see in Azad Kashmir, from Neelum Valley, which is a beautiful long river with a very scenic backdrop and great panoramic views of the amazing Himalaya Mountains, to Red Fort and Black Fort located on the bank side of the Neelum River in Muza arbad. Climbing and trekking, as well as mountaineering, would be very enjoyable here in the summer months.
Other amazing places to see in Pakistan include Multan, Baluchistan & Skardu.
Pakistan has four seasons: a cool,
dry winter from December through
February; a hot, dry spring from March
through May; the summer rainy season,
or southwest monsoon period, from June
through September; and the retreating
monsoon period of October and
November.
Fly with – British Airway or
Turkish Airlines
A visa is needed to travel to Pakistan, you
can obtain this digitally via; https://visa.
nadra.gov.pk/e-visa/
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