Hidden Gems Of Pakistan-Unseen Beauty Of Pakistan

Pakistan is a land of greenery,bustler bazar,finger-licking food and beautiful places like K2(second highest mountain on Earth),fairy meadows,Baltoro glacier untouched by crowd.There are also many historical and cultural places that often attract to travellers.If you love adventure or thrill, Pakistan has some places you must visit:

k2 mountain

Top 5 Places In Pakistan To Visit:

• Hunza Valley(Gilgit-Baltistan):

Location:Northern Region(Gilgit Baltistan)

Welcome to Hunza,the only place in Pakistan where your phones signal dies,but your soul finally starts living. Hunza valley is a mountainous valley located in Northern region of the Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan. Hunza is so high up and surrounded by snow capped peaks that look like God personally photo-shopped them,more glaciers than your freezer can handle.They have absolute delicious food,i suggest you to try chapshuro(basically a meat pie).It is place to attractions like baltit fort,Altit fort,Attabad lake,Passu cones, it is ancient majestic and the perfect place for photo-shoot.

Hunza Valley

• Swat valley-The Switzerland Of The East

Location:Malakand Division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Here comes Swat,the land of snow capped mountains,green valleys,waterfalls,glaciers and rivers.It's average temperature in summers is 18C to 30C and in winters is like -2C to 10C.Top attractions are Malam jabba(ski resort),Kalam valley(trees, trouts,river),Madyan and Bahrain(twin towns with riverside charm).Their traditional foods include chapli kebab,trout fish saag,maki ki roti.They are must try food variety that you should try once in a life!

Swat Valley

• Muree And Galiyat(where the hills are alive):

Location:Northeast of Islamabad

This is the vacation spot for families who want to "escape the heat".Galiyat refers to the chain of hill stations near Muree:Nathia Gali,Donga Gali,Bara Gali. Each one is cooler,greener and photogenic sceneries. If you love snow this place is the best in winter.There are a lot of family activities like boating in Attabad lake,chair lift and cable car,Ayubi national park,horse riding."Highly recommended place".

Muree and Galiyat

• Karachi-the city that never sleeps:

Location:Southern Pakistan(on the coast of Arabian sea)

Karachi is the Pakistan's largest, wildly unpredictable city by the sea.Karachi is'nt just a city, it is a land to a wonderful beaches,biryani and talent.Highly recommended places that attract tourists and you might visit them :Quaid-e-Azam's mausoleum(Pakistan's founder),Clifton Beach(great for sunsets),Port grand(beside the sea with food and music),Dolmen mall Clifton,Karachi zoo or Safari park.If you are coming to Karachi you must try Biryani,street foods,seafood,bun kabab, each of these are finger licking dishes.

 

Beach view of Karachi

• Cholistan Desert-Pakistan Wild East:

Location:Southern part of Punjab near Bhawalpur

Bhawalpur stretches towards the border with India-where sand dunes stretch for miles,fort rises from the dust like ancient giants.It's Great-Grand desert of Pakistan and Home to Nomadic Tribes, Ancient forts.You will have many things to do there like:camel rides, camp under the stars, bonfires with folk music, Photography.Visit shrines like those of "Chanan Pir",full of local folklore and spiritual charm.

Cholistan Desert

Pro Tips For Visiting Pakistan

Travel During Right Season:

• The best time to visit northern areas (like Hunza, Swat and Muree)is may to October.
• For southern areas (like Karachi and Cholistan),November to February is ideal due to milder Weather.

Learn A Few Basic Urdu Phrases:

• English is widely understood language in cities, but knowing simple phrases like "shukriya"(Thank you),"Ye Kitne Ka He"(how much is this?),"Nahi"(No),"haan"(yes),"Mujhe madad chahiye"(I need help),"Assalam-o-Alaikum"(hello/peace be upon you).

Accommodation Options:

• Cities offer a range of hotels, guests, houses and Airbnb options.
• Airbnb and vacation rentals are available in places like Hunza,some well-rated ones include:Hard Rock Hunza,Eagle's nest(Duikar,Hunza)
• Budget hotels and guest houses include:Hotel Sky Towers( Karachi),Envoy Continental Hotel(Islamabad),Smart Hotel(Lahore,decent for short stays)Hotel Faran Muree(Muree/Galiyat).

Transport And Roads:

•  Use apps like Careem or InDrive for safe and reliable rides in cities.
• For longer routes buses,domestic flights,and trains are available.

Health And Safety:

• carry a basic medical kit and use bottled water.
• get recommended vaccinations (like typhoid,hepatitis A&B)
• Pakistan is generally safe for tourists, but always stay in formed about local news and follow advisories.

Cash Is King:

• While cards are accepted in some places, cash is essential in rural areas, bazaars, and small shops. Carry Pakistani Rupees.

Travelling in Pakistan is not just about visiting places-it's about experiencing a journey filled with stories, emotions, and unforgettable encounters. Weather you come for the mountains or masalas, you"ll leave with a heart full of memories and a longing to return.