GILGIT AND HUNZA VALLEYS

Gilgit is the capital of Gilgit Baltistan, it lies1454 meters above the sea level and 365 km form Rawalpindi and surrounded by beautiful lakes, mountains ranges, rivers and glaciers. Gilgit has number of historical points, at point of history Buddhism was the way of life in this valley. About 10 km from Gilgit, there is Buddha sculpture carved out of stones, Taj Mughal is another monument which built some 700 years ago and it is located about 30 km from Gilgit town, about 40 km from Gilgit another visiting place is Sher Qila and other places of intrest are Naltar Valley and Kargah Nala which is popular for trekking.

 Hunza is mountains valley in Gilgit, situated with an elevation of 2500 meters and territory is spread at about 7,900 sq km. Hunza has three parts divided ethnically, Gojal in this area people speak Wakhi’s, Central in this area people peak Brushaski and Shinaki in this area people speaks Shina language but Brukshaski is understood throughout Hunza.

Karimabad offer an awe-inspiring view of Rkaposhi Peak, the fairy tale like Castle of Baltit above Karimabad is landmark of Hunza. Hunza is ideal for mountaineering, hiking and trekking.