Most Beautiful Valleys of Pakistan

Pakistan have world most beautiful places for visit, specially at its best in Gilgit Baltistan Azad Kashmir and Northern Khyber pakhtunkhwa. This part of the country is famous all around the world because of highest mountains, lush green valleys, mighty rivers, beautiful lakes, and amazing wildlife. The Pradise on Earth ‘Shangrila Skardu’ Beautiful ‘Swat Valley’ and Mountain Kingdom ‘Hunza valley’ are the major tourist attractions in Pakistan. All these places are real natural beauty of the world. Here, below is a list of top 10 Most beautiful natural Places to Visit in Pakistan. The naturally beautiful places of Pakistan, you will not found these beautiful places all over the world.

1-Baltoro,Concordia and Hushe valley

 Baltoro ,concordia and Hushe valley all are located in central karakoram mountain range in Baltistan.

This corridor of ice leads to the colossal peak of K2 (8,611m, 28,251ft), the world second-highest peak and 4 world's 8000 m high peaks . This incomparable trek traverses some of the most humbling scenery on the planet. What begins following icy rivers boldly goes to the guts of the glacier before leading to the granite pyramidal mountains including Paiju (6,610m, 21,686ft), Uli Biaho (6,417m, 21,053ft), Great Trango Tower (6,286m, 20,623ft) and ultimately K2.

K-2, "mountain of mountains," as referred to by Reinhold Messner in the account of his 1979 ascent of this giant, is 8611 m. high.

K2 2nd highest peak in the world

K-2 is located in the heart of the Karakoram Range and can be seen in its entirety from Concordia. This sublime pyramid sits at the head of the Godwin Austin Glacier which unites with a second glacier at Concordia to form the mighty Baltoro Glacier.

 

concordia

 Galen Rowell described Concordia as the "throne room of the mountain Gods" after viewing the exceptional mountain needles ripping open the clouds in blue expanse from the 5000 m. floor. Four peaks above 8000 m. sit within a radius of only 21 km. from Concordia, honoring this site with the largest concentration of the highest peaks on earth.

Concordia Baltistan

 

Hushe valley

At the edge of Hushe Valley is Masherbrum (7821m) and five large glaciers; Aling, Msherbrum, Gondogoro, Choglisa and Tsarak Tsa. The Papular Hushe Valley offer variety of short, easy treks, a number of not-too-technical mountaineering peaks, some interesting rock climbs and an exciting route to Baltoro Glacier.

Masherbrum peak Hushe valley Baltistan

2-Skardu

Skardu, capital of Baltistan is perched 2,438 metres above sea level in the backdrop of the great peaks of the Karakorams.Due to the similarity of its culture, lifestyle and architecture with Tibet, Baltistan
is also known as the "Tibet-e-Khurd" (Little Tibet). It borders on the Chinese province of Xinjiang and Indian-occupied Kashmir. The tourist season is from April to October. Apart from its incomparable cluster of mountain peaks and glaciers Skardu are noted for their luscious peaches, apricots, apples ,grapes,cherrys,and pears. 

upper kachura lake

There are many lakes in Skardu the famous shangrila lake, upper kachura lake, sadpara lake and xarba tso lake shigar are famous.The world's highest palteau Deosai is the most specatcular place of Skardu which is home to endangered himalyan brown bears. 

basho valley

Interestingly there are sand dunes on the bank of Indus river in Skardu which look like a semi desert which is also called cold desert. This also increases its beauty. So all natural sceneries can be seen in Skardu ,Highest mountains, Forests, lush green valleys, crystal clear water lakes, rivers ,streams, deserts and plateaus and all.
Upper kachura lake


Shangrila resort


Deosai Plateau

2-Hunza Valley

Hunza is located in Gilgit-Baltisatan .
The valley is a popular spot for tourists because of the spectacular scenery.
The people of Hunza are very friendly and hospitable.

Rakaposhi
In fact Hunza has the highest literacy rate in Pakistan. Hunza is a place which is most visited place by foreigners in Pakistan. Hunza is a complete package. You have the river, lakes, glaciers, mountains and steep slopes all in one place. It is truly a marvelous site. The hotels in Hunza are also first class. This is a must visit place in Pakistan. Hunza is also historical palce Altit and Baltit fort is one of the oldest forts in

Karakoram highway Hunza section

 Pakistan. Ataabad lake is largest lake of Pakistan which was formed by landslidings few years ago.

Ataabad lake

3-Astore valley

Astore Valley (el. 2,600 m (8,500 ft)) is located in Gilgit Baltistan The valley, adjoining the eastern side of mountain Nanga parbat is very beautiful.

Domali Astore GIlgit Baltistan

Minimarg Astore Gilgit Baltistan

The entrance of the valley is located about 60 km southeast of Gilgit with four side-valleys. Rama lake Chilim, Domali, Minimarg are the most famous tourist attraction in the region. Deosai can also be accesed from Astore valley. 

4- Kaghan Naran

Kaghan and Naran, located 119 kilometers from Mansehra, is one of the most frequently visited areas of Pakistan in the summer. Tourists, both local and foreigners, go to Naran and Kaghan to enjoy the picturesque valley and to escape from the summer heat in the south. 

Naran

There are many places in Naran which one can visit. There is the immensely popular Lake Saif-ul-Malook located here, along with the peaceful, Lulusar and Ansoo Lake. For peace lovers who like quite and wilderness, there is Babusar Top which connects Naran and Chilas Gilgit Baltistan, Dudipatsar Lake along with many other places. The location of all these beautiful spots make. Most Pakistani visit Naran in summer because it is easily accessible.
5-Neelam Valley
About 240 km long bow-shaped deeply forested picturesque Neelum Valley dipped in beauty  is situated at North and North-East of Muzaffarabad in Azad Kashmir, Pakistan, running parallel to Kaghan Valley. These two valleys are only separated by snow-covered peaks, some over 4000m above sea level. Excellent scenic beauty, panoramic views, towering hills on both sides of the noisy Neelum river, lush green forests, enchanting streams and attractive surroundings make the valley a dream come true.

Neelam valley AJK

Sharda is a breath-taking scenic green spot at an altitude of 1981m .Located at a distance of 30 kilometers from Dowarian. Shardi and Nardi are two mountain peaks overlooking Sharda in the valley, reputedly named after legendary princess Sharda. On the right bank, opposite Sharda, the Neelum is joined by the Surgan Nallah along which a track leads to Nurinar Pass and through it to the Kaghan Valley. Here in Sharda in 9th century the Sharda script was developed

Taobut Neelam valley  AJK