Pakistan Most Beautiful Landscapes

Discover Pakistan's most gorgeous and untamed landscapes.

Visitors to this breathtaking region of the globe are mesmerised by the Himalayan peaks covered in snow, the rare brown bears, and the surreal rock formations.

Pakistan is home to a variety of breathtaking landscapes, including the lush Indus River plain and the cliff-like peaks of the Karakoram mountain range. In the northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan, two new parks—Himalaya National Park and Nanga Parbat National Park—cover more than 2,200 square miles of biodiverse, high-altitude terrain.

Pakistan is a very new country, having been created in 1947 when Partition divided the Indian subcontinent into two distinct nations, despite its breathtaking geography and interesting history, which extend back thousands of years.

Visitors may take in stunning national parks, alpine lakes, and beautiful drives in addition to historical landmarks (such as sections of the ancient Silk Road and the Mohenjo-daro ruins). Here are the finest approaches to seeing Pakistan's less-known wilder side

 
Deosai  National Park

Deosai National Park, sometimes referred to as "Land of the Giants," is situated on an alpine plateau with snow-capped mountains as its backdrop. Locals refer to the verdant valley as "Summer's Palace" because of the unusual butterflies and wildflowers that adorn it every spring following the winter's thaw

Although the Tibetan wolf, Himalayan ibex, Tibetan red fox, and golden marmots call this biodiversity hotspot home, the government designated the park in 1993 to preserve the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear. Additionally, the park was proposed in 2016 for UNESCO World Heritage designation.

National Park of the Kaghan Valley

The scenic Kaghan Valley in northern Pakistan is a setting for fairytales. A Persian prince and a fairy princess allegedly fell in love on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Saiful Muluk, according to local tradition. However, the princess was also kept hostage by a giant who had fallen in love with her. One day when the prince left with her, the giant was so furious that he cried lakes and inundated the valley. The Kaghan Valley is becoming a popular tourist destination because of its picturesque mountain landscape, alpine lakes, and starry nights.

Makran  Coastal Highway

Driving along Pakistan's Arabian Sea coastline on the Makran Coastal Highway is beautiful. The road, which begins in Karachi and travels through Gwadar to the Iranian border, is regarded as a significant infrastructural accomplishment. In Hingol National Park, a stretch of road known as the Buzi Pass is bordered by unusual lunar rock formations. Along the roadway, you may see natural rock sculptures like the "Lion of Balochistan," which is formed like a sphinx.

Hunza  Valley                                                                                                                                        

Icy peaks rise over the Hunza River in Gilgit-northern Baltistan's region. The town of Hunza, which is situated on a riverbed and is encircled by glaciers and gorges, has long been used as a stopover for travellers heading down the Hindu Kush mountains into the Vale of Kashmir. Snow leopards, markhors, ibexes, and red-tailed foxes reside in the valley.

 
Hingol National Park

Along the Makran Coast, Pakistan's biggest national park stretches hundreds of kilometres. Hingol National Park is well-known for its variety of species, including Indian pangolins, honey badgers, chinkaras, and Sindh leopards, but its active mud volcanic cluster is possibly its most notable feature.

 

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Boiling mud is created when a combination of hot spring activity, gas, and water react chemically with the nearby rocks. The readily corroded cones are regularly rebuilt as the muck is evacuated. A revered yearly pilgrimage destination for lakhs of Hindus, Chandragup is one of the most well-known mud volcanoes, along with the adjoining Hinglaj temple.

 

Baltoro Glacier National Park

One of the biggest valley glaciers in the world is Baltoro Glacier, which is located in Pakistan's eastern Karakoram. Despite being difficult to reach, it is one of Pakistan's most often travelled areas due to the mountaineering hotspots of K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks at its head. A significant section of northern Pakistan's population relies on meltwater from the Karakoram glaciers, therefore the region is not only recognised for its breathtaking landscape but also as a vital supply of water.

 Neelum Valley National Park

The bow-shaped Neelum Valley in northern Azad Kashmir is surrounded by beautiful vegetation and streams and situated between 13,000-foot hills. The gem of Neelum Valley is the little hilltop settlement of Arang Kel, which is studded with traditional wooden dwellings. The valley's hiking trails provide spectacular views of the mountains and waterfalls.

 

Attabad Lake

Attabad Lake's vivid blue waters cut through the rugged landscape as it is tucked away in the Hunza Valley. The peaceful surroundings conceal a terrible past despite their beauty. When a sizable landslide at Attabad Village swamped adjacent villages, halted the flow of the Hunza River, and forced hundreds of residents to flee their homes in January 2010, the lake was formed. Tourists may rent boats there today, making it a popular destination.