Gilgit Baltistan

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There is a centuries-old saying that if there is heaven on earth it must be Kashmir. Azad Kashmir should be in your travel bucket is you are a nature-loving person. The unparalleled beauty of mountains, valleys, and lakes is beyond words. AJK is situated in the northern part of Pakistan, surrounded by lower Himalayas. There are many highest peaks in the region but Sarwali Peak(6326 meters) in Neelum valley is the highest. The region receives rainfall in both the winter and the summer. Muzaffarabad and Pattan are among the wettest areas of Kashmir. Snowfall is common in December to March.

Best Places to visit 

Muzaffarabad is the capital city of Azad Kashmir, Pir chanasi hilltop station is a good place to see the beauty of the city below and its green surroundings. The city is also a gateway to many other popular travel destinations of Kashmir. Mangla Dam lake in Mirpur, Jehlum & Leepa valleys also attract local & foreign tourists, however, no trip is complete without visiting Neelum valley which has uncounted attractions including hiking, trekking, and mountain climbing opportunities. Kel, Arang Kel, Sharda, Tao but, Kutton and Karan are beautiful towns to visit. Astonishing Shounter , Chitta Katha and Ratti Gali lakes are also in Neelum valley. Rawalakot known as pearl valley is another major city where visitors go, Banjos lake, tatta pani, Sudhan Gali & toli pir are famous places to visit here.

Best Experiences in Kashmir

Tree Hugging in forests

Bird watching 

Fishing in the Jehlum river

Boating in Banjosa lake

Camping near Shounter lake

Hiking to Ratti Gali lake

Jet ski in Magla dam 

Meditation on Toli pir top

Visit Sharda temple

Pinecone collection

Best time to travel

April to October is good for Neelum valley visits, hikers can come from Jul to September, snow falling starts from mid-November or early December to march.

The land of five rivers "Punjab” is blessed with a rich heritage, vibrant culture, fun-loving people and amazing landscape for having Pothohar plateau & Marglla hill range in north, fertile field plains in central & southern region then part of Thal & Cholistan desert are also in Punjab, and for a foodie its paradise. Hence for a tourist, Punjab is a total package.  

Best Places To Visit

This is difficult, to sum up with some name as there is so much to see and a lot to do as well, if you are into history & heritage then Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Minar-e-Pakistan, Shalimar Gardens, Noor Mahal, Derawar Fort. Rohtas Fort, Khewra Salt Mine, Hiran Minar, and Harrapa or Taxila could be your favorite attractions, Lahore, in short, many cities have a very old history, if you are on a religious tour, then Taxila is a Buddhist center, Nankana and  Lahore are sacred for Sikhs, katas raj temple is a sacred place in Hinduism, Muslim devotees visit Sufi shrines of Punjab to find peace and serenity in life. for a nature-loving person,  Fort menro in Suleiman Hill, soon sakesar valley in Salt range and Murree, or kotli sattian popular places to visit. 

Best Experiences in Punjab

City bus tour in Lahore

Desert safari in the Cholistan

Camping in Derawar fort

Swiming in Neela Wahn ponds

The train ride in Khewra salt mines

Hiking in Kotli sattian

Cable car in Patriata

Boating in Chenab river 

Fishing in the Jhelum river

Taste Street food of Punjab

Best Time To Visit

You can visit the whole year in Punjab, although the climate is extremely hot in June July and cold in December and January.

Balochistan is undoubtedly the hidden treasure for adventure tourists, The beauty of Balochistan is unparalleled to none, its absolute untouched vast lands fill the emptiness of your soul. The charm of  Blochi poetry & music is unique.  

Best places to visit 

Quetta is the capital and biggest city of Balochistan, Hazar Ganji park and Hanna lake near Quetta are popular places to visit, Gwadar, Gadani, Kund malir, Sapat, and ormara are an attractive place to beach lovers. Hingol national park offers amazing sceneries to nature-loving people, Ziarat & Pishin valleys are other great destination for tourists, Pir ghaib and moola chatook waterfalls are the best adventure destinations, History & heritage lovers travel to Mehargarh & Gondrani cave city. There are 18 mud volcanos in Balochistan including the world’s biggest 300 feet high, 

Best Experiences in Balochistan 

Taste Sajji in Quetta 

Boating in Hanna Lake 

Hiking in Chiltan National park  

Photography in Juniper forest 

Jeep safari in Hingol Park 

Swimming in Moola chatok 

Camping in Pir Ghaib 

Sunset view of Gwadar  

Kund Malir Beach’s visit 

Ride on Makran coastal highway 

Best time to travel  

Avoid summertime to visit especially June to August, it is extremely hot in plains and desert, strong windstorm also occurred occasionally.