Whenever “Pakistan” is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is “tourism”. Pakistan has some of the most gorgeous places that one can visit. Western media has tried to show a very bad image of Pakistan but it is not like that at all. There are some beautiful places to visit in Pakistan. In this article, you will find some of the best places to visit in the northern areas of Pakistan. Pakistan is full of lovely locations which will make you fall in love with the country, especially the north side of Pakistan. If you are a tourist then you must visit the places that have been mentioned in this article below. Many tourists from abroad come only to witness the beauty of northern areas of Pakistan. Northern areas of Pakistan are filled with greenery and lakes. It’s almost always cold on the north side of Pakistan so the weather is always pleasing. Sometimes it does get cold in the winter but the summer breeze in the northern area of Pakistan is to die for. Some of the top places to visit in Pakistan are mentioned below. Here are some of the places in Pakistan that should be on your travel list.
Hunza is one of the most beautiful places in Pakistan. If you live in Pakistan or know about it then you must have heard about how beautiful Hunza is. Especially in the season of spring when the flowers are blooming and Hunza is filled with pink flower trees. That’s a sight for the sore eyes. The word ‘Valley’ in this must be confusing you. Do not let it confuse you because Hunza is a massive district made up of many small valleys and villages. If you ever plan on visiting the north of Pakistan, make sure Hunza is on top of the list.
Naltar is situated at a drive of around 2 hours from Gilgit. Gilgit is also one of the beautiful places to visit in Pakistan. Naltar is mostly famous for its fine-looking lakes. This valley is covered with lovely pine trees which make it seem like the valley is just out of the world. Pakistan’s tastiest potatoes are cultivated in Naltar Valley. If you want to experience heaven in this world, especially in Pakistan, then Naltar Valley is your place to go. This place makes you fall in love with it. Some of the tourists from abroad stay at Naltar Valley during their tours.
Swat Valley did have a rough past because violence used to happen in this Valley but despite all the violence Swat Valley faced in the past, the present of Swat is shining bright and the future even more so. Swat is a beautiful valley just like other valleys in the north of Pakistan. Swat Valley is situated in KPK of Pakistan and it looks like something straight out of a fairy tale. Greenery everywhere, forests, big green trees surrounding the whole valley, running rivers boasting shades of beautiful blue, so clear and beautiful that you almost think that you are dreaming but all of that is real. The true beauty of Swat can be found in the town of Kalam.
Fairy Meadows have become the ultimate tourist spot and because of this it has been a little pricier than it used to be but money spent on seeing the beautiful fairy meadows is worth it! Fairy Meadows display an incredible view of Nanga Parbat which is the World’s 9th highest mountain peak. Although, getting to fairy meadows is a bit of a challenge. The journey starts on a jeep ride and jeep ride only across the most dangerous roads in the country and concludes with a 5 km trek which among the top hiking trails of Pakistan. You can rent a campsite or you can bring your own equipment and camp a night or two under the beautiful starry sky.
Neelum Valley is in Azad Kashmir which is opposite to the Keran sector of India held Kashmir. Neelum Valley (the Blue Gem Valley) is stretched out to around 240 Kilometers from Muzaffarabad to Tau Butt. Neelum is one of the finest looking valleys of Azad Kashmir. It’s filled with big green trees, streams which have the bluest water you have ever seen, forests, lush green mountains and a river.
Deosai is often referred to as the roof of the world and it actually kind of is. It is located on the boundaries of Karakoram and Himalayas and at 4117 meters above sea level. Sheosar Lake is also a part of Deosai. This lake is one of the highest lakes in the world. Deosai Plains have snow-capped peaks, beautiful blue lakes and emerald green meadows which greet the tourists who make the journey to this beautiful spot. The park charges 40 rupees for residents of Pakistan and 1000 rupees for foreigners.
When tourism became popular in Pakistan, everybody rushed to Naran Kaghan and Shogran to spend summer vacations and tourists left a not so good mark on these places but Siri Paye still holds its ravishing beauty which attracts the tourists till this day. It is a green plateau on top of Hindu Kash. Siri Paye is a lush green meadow located in Shogran Valley, KPK, Pakistan. It is at an elevation of 3058m above the sea level. Shogran is the nearest hill station from Siri Paye.
At nearly 4600 meters, this Pass connects Pakistan to China to form the highest paved border across the world. Many people travel miles just to get to Khunjerab pass and take pictures. No doubt, it is a beautiful sight to see but it isn’t for the faint hearted, Khunjerab pass is surrounded by really tall trees and fields. Hitchhiking is one of the many options to get to Khunjerab pass. One is to have your own vehicle and another is to take the bus.
If you are a trekking enthusiast then this one’s for you! This base camp is easily doable in even one day. Even beginners can do this camp in one day and the views it offers are magnificent. The Rakaposhi Base Camp is at 7800 meters peak. The trek starts from a village which is called Minapin. A person who has a decent level of fitness takes around 4 to 5 hours of trek to reach Rakaposhi Base Camp. The weather however is extreme at the camp so it’s only possible if you trek in between May to October.
Lahore is one of the most beautiful cities in Punjab, Pakistan. It has many tourist spots like Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Minar-e-Pakistan, and Old Lahore. All of these are the best and the oldest tourist places in Pakistan. Pakistanis from around the old come to Lahore just to see Minar-e-Pakistan and pay respect to Allama Iqbal. Allama Iqbal is buried right next to Badshahi Mosque. Foreigners come to Lahore only to see the beautiful Badshahi mosque and love to shop at Anarkali. Anarkali is one of the cheapest bazars in old Lahore.
There are many beautiful places across Pakistan that you can visit if you’re planning a vacation. All of the spots mentioned above should definitely be in your travel bucket list. Foreigners come to Pakistan just to visit these lovely places that have been mentioned in the article. All these sights are a pleasure for sore eyes.
There’s no single “most beautiful” place in Pakistan, as beauty is subjective and depends on individual preferences. However, several stunning locations consistently top travel lists, each offering unique experiences:
This question often leads to debates, with strong contenders like Hunza Valley, Neelum Valley, Swat Valley, and Kalash Valleys each drawing praise. Choosing the “most beautiful” depends on what you seek:
While Pakistan boasts stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage, it hasn’t yet reached the status of a top global tourist destination. Various factors, including security concerns and limited infrastructure, have contributed to this. However, the government is actively promoting tourism, and the industry is showing promising growth.
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