1. K2 Base Camp
K2 is the second-highest peak in the world. In the local Balti language, K2 is called “Chhogho Ri” which means “Highest Peak”. K2 is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Gilgit Baltistan. K2 is located in the Karakoram range in Concordia. Concordia is the most beautiful place in Gilgit Baltistan. Concordia is also called the “Throne Rome of Mountain GOD”. K2 is a dream destination for every climber and trekker in the world. Read more about K2 K2 Chhoghori The King of Karakoram. K2 is located between China and Pakistan.
2. Fairy Meadows one of the most beautiful places to visit in Gilgit Baltistan
Fairy Meadow is a beautiful meadow located in Gilgit Baltistan’s Diamer district. It is one of the most beautiful places in Gilgit Baltistan. Fairy Meadow is named by a German climber. Nanga Parbat 9th highest mountain in the world is located in front of Fairy Meadow. Fairy Meadows Nanga Parbat Trek is one of the most popular treks for local and international tourists,
Fairy meadow is a perfect place in terms of natural beauty. From Mighty Nanga Parbat, lush green meadows, and lakes to lush green surroundings, fairy meadow is a perfect place to visit. You shouldn’t miss this place if you got a chance to visit Gilgit Baltistan. Nanga Parbat is also one of the most difficult mountains to climb. Many climbers lost their lives while climbing Nanga Parbat. Therefore Nanga Parbat is also called Killer Mountain.
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Deosai National Park
Deosai Plateau is located between Skardu, Astore, and Kharmang districts of Gilgit Baltistan. The majority of Deosai National Park is located in the Skardu District. Deosai is only accessible in summer therefore Deosai is called Ghbiarsa by Balti people which means “Summer’s Place”. The most visited routes are Ali Malik, Chilim, and Burji la.
There are many routes to reach Deosai. One can access Deosai via Sadpara Sadpara, which is the shortest route. You can also visit Deosai via Chlimi Astore, Shila valley Sermik, Kachura valley Shagharthang, and Kharmang. In 1993 government of Gilgit Baltistan declared Deosai a protected area National Park. The Himalayan Brown bear of Deosai is an endangered animal. Deosai is a plateau covering 3000 Sq Km. Deosai is home to the endangered Himalayan Brown Bear.
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4. Naltar Valley
Naltar is just another beautiful pine-forested valley located in the Gilgit district. Naltar valley is one of the most beautiful places in Gilgit Baltistan located near Gilgit city. The valley is famous for its greenery, lakes and skiing resort. In winter Naltar valley receives heavy snowfall. There is a Ski resort in Naltar valley. Recently Pakistan Airforce PAF installed a ski chairlift in Naltar valley. Skiers from different countries visit each here to participate in the Ski championship.
Satrangi Naltar Lake is another tourist attraction in Naltar Valley. These lakes are famous for crystal clear blue water.
5. Hushe Valley
Hushe is a beautiful valley famous for its virgin unclimbed mountains of the eastern Karakoram range. Hushe valley is located in the Ghanche district. It is heaven for rock climbers and trekkers. It is no less than a paradise for climbers and trekkers. Charkusa valley in Hushe is a famous trekking destination in Karakoram. The granite towers of Hushe valley are the reason rock climbers call Hushe a paradise for mountaineers.
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6. Hunza Valley
Hunza is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Gilgit Baltistan. The valley is yet another and perhaps the most visited place in Gilgit Baltistan. Hunza is famous for its serene beauty, historical places and rich culture. Places to visit in Hunza are the Atabad Tunnel on Karakoram Highway, Altit fort, Baltit fort, Atabad lake, Khunjarab Pass and Gojal.
7. Phander Valley
Phander valley is another stunning place to visit in Gilgit Baltistan. It is located in the Ghizer district GB. This place is famous for its lush green meadows, landscapes, and lakes. Furthermore, there is a lot of trout fish in the lakes and streams of Phander.
8. Upper and Lower Kachura Lakes
Kachura is located in Skardu. Kachura lakes are one of the most visited places in Gilgit Baltistan. There are two lakes in Kachura: Upper Kachura Lake and Lower Kachura Lake. Famous Shangrila lake is also located on the bank of lower Kachura lake.
9. Minimarg Valley
Minimarg is located in Astore valley. It is geographically part of Gurez valley. This place can be accessed via Burzil pass. The road is open during summer while in winter it is closed due to snow falling.
10. Rama Astore
Rama is a stunning place to visit in Astore district GB. The Meadow is famous for lush green meadows and alpine surrounding alpine forests.
11. Atabad Lake
Atabad lake is located in Hunza valley. It is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in GB Pakistan. The lake was formed due to rock sliding a few years ago. Now it has become a tourist hub in GB.
12. Nagar Valley
Nagar is one of the most stunning places in Gilgit Baltistan. The valley is famous for its rich culture, fruits, and lush green pastures. Rakaposhi is also located in Nagar valley.
13. Passu Cones
Passu cones are located in the upper Hunza Valley. The mountains are famous due to their stunning view on Karakoram Highway. Passu village is also a beautiful place to visit in GB.
Another place is located in Hunza. The Passu cones can be seen from Karakoram Highway.
14. Ishkoman Valley
This beautiful valley is located in the Ghizer district. Ishkoman is famous for its beautiful landscapes. There are many other places to visit in the Ghizer district.
Other places are given below:
- 15. Kutwal Haramush Valley
- 16. Bagrote Valley
- 17. Danyore Valley
- 18. Kargah Budha
- 19. Duikar
- 20. Gukmit Village
- 21. Khalti Valley
- 22. Hundarap Valley
- 23. Yasin Valley
- 24. Punial Valley
- 25. Rupal Valley
- 26. Derlay Lake
- 27. Perishing
- 28. Basho Valley
- 29. Stak Valley
- 30. Arandu Valley
- 31. Xarba Tso Lake
- 32. Tsok Nala
- 33. Katpana Lake and Cold Desert
- 34. Sarfa Ranga ColdDesert
- 35. Hussainabad Broq Masroor Rock
- 36. Hussain Abad Waterfall
- 37. Gultari
- 38. Manthoka Waterfall
- 39. Khamush Waterfall
- 40. Shila Valley
- 41. Shigar Fort
- 44. Amborik Mosque
- 45. Trango Tower
- 46. Biafo Glacier
- 47. Dasu Gemstone Mines
- 48. Chotron Hot Springs
- 49. Kharfaq Lake
- 50. Thaley Valley
- 51. Barah Lake
- 52. Ghanche Lake
- 53. Chaqchan Mosque
- 54. Khaplu Fort
- 55. Hanjoor
- 56. Saling Resort
- 57. Machulu
- 58. Haldi Cones
- 59. Nangma Valley
- 60. Kondus Hot Spring
- 61. Saltoro Valley
- 62. Masherbrum Basecamp
- 63. K7 Basecamp
- 64. Machulu La
- 65. Burgi La
- 66. Nagar
- 67. Biafo Glacier
- 68. Rush Lake
- 69. Baltit and Altit Fort
- 70. Khunjarab Border
- 71. Gulmit
- 72. Shimshal
- 73. Misgar
- 74. Borith lake
- 75. Manthal Budha Rock
- 76. Shigar Budha Rock
- 77. Hussaini Bridge
- 78. Hooper
- 79. Hispar
- 80. Chunda Valley
- 81. Rainbow Lake
- 82. Darkut
- 83. Gupis
- 84. Gojal
- 85. Sadpara Lake
- 86. Burzil Pass
- 87. Das Kharim
- 88. Banak La
- 89. Mazino Pass
- 90. Kinibari
- 91. Bubin Pass
- 92. Khane Valley
- 93. Sher Qila
- 94. Hashupi Garden
- 95. Chilas Rock Paintings
- 96. Karamber Lake
- 97. Shandur
- 98. Shounter
- 99. Minapin Nagar
- 100. Rakaposhi Base Camp