The most beautiful places in Pakistan
The best of Pakistan
Pakistan offers the most dramatic mountain scenery around the world. Besides the eight-thousanders mountains, you will find here the longest glaciers outside the polar region and the beautiful lakes and valleys. Besides natural wonders, there are several admirable sights.
Concordia
The most beautiful outlook of Pakistan
One of the most beautiful mountain views of the world is the Concordia camp at the confluence of the glaciers right under the mighty peak of Gasherbrum IV. From here, there is a prominent view of the second highest mountain of the world K2. However, the view is amazing on all sides. continue reading
Attabad lake
The most beautiful lake in Pakistan
Attabad lake in northern Pakistan confirms that mountains have their often dramatic life. It was founded only in 2010, when a massive landslide in the mountain shut out the entire valley of river Hunza. Today it is one of the most beautiful lakes of the world because of the surrounding dramatic mountain landscape. continue reading
Hunza Valley
The most beautiful valley of Pakistan
One of the most spectacular valleys of the world lies in northern Pakistan. Hunza river there broke through the main ridge of high Karakoram. You will see here one of the biggest elevation difference in the world between the top of the surrounding mountains and bottom of the valley. continue reading
Badshahi mosque
The most beautiful mughal mosque
One of the greatest jewels of the Mughal era is the Badshahi mosque, which you can visit in Lahore's old part in Punjab, Pakistan. In addition to being so beautiful, is one the world's largest mosques (over 300 years even the largest in the world). The mosque area is 160 × 160 meters and can take up to 95,000 believers continue reading
Baltoro Glacier
Glacial highway covered with debris
The Baltoro Glacier is with 63 kilometers of long one of the longest glaciers outside the Arctic region at all. Located is in the spectacular Karakoram Mountains. Treks lead to the famous place of Concordia, overlooking the world's second highest mountain – K2 continue reading
Passu
An amazing place in North Pakistan
Passu is just a small settlement on the upper reaches of the Hunza River. The surrounding countryside dominates the jagged rock crest – Passu Cathedral. In addition, there are two gigantic glaciers – Batura and Passa. continue reading
Trango Towers
Unreal rock towers
The most difficult granite towers of the world are definitely Trango Towers, just off the Baltoro Glacier. This whole area full of glaciers and rock towers is absolutely breathtaking. continue reading
Biafo Glacier
A glacier leading to the mysterious Snow Lake
Biafo Glacier is one of the longest glaciers outside the Arctic region. It is 67 kilometers long and is formed under the Hispar la pass in the mysterious gigantic Snow Lake continue reading
Laila peak
The most beautiful spike of Karakoram
Laila peak (6 096 m above sea level) is one of the iconic mountains of Karakoram. Not for your height, but because of its incredible acuteness. It is a monumental pyramid over the Gondogoro glacier. You can best see it at the most famous Pakistani trek from Askole to Hushe. continue reading
Snow Lake
Mysterious lake in the heart of Karakoram
Snow Lake is a gigantic high-altitude glacial basin at the top of the Biafo and Hispar glaciers in the heart of Karakoram. You will be here within a challenging trek through the Hispar la pass continue reading
Fairy meadows under Nanga Parbat
The most famous view of Nanga Parbat
Fairy meadows under Nanga Parbat are perhaps the most famous sightseeing spot for this eight-thousander. And thanks to the fact that it is accessible by off roads, it is a very popular place for tourists. The views of Nanga Parbat are really worth it. continue reading
Ultar Meadows
Meadows high above the Hunza valley
Highly over the valley of the Hunza River is located the beautiful Ultar meadows. Right behind you there are massive peaks and a black glacier. continue reading
Rondu Canyon
The most beautiful canyon of the Indus river
The river Indus (Sindhu) during its long journey through plateaus, Karakoram and Himalayas mountains flows through a lot of gorges and valleys. Perhaps the most beautiful of them is Ronda canyon separating Karakoram from the Himalaya. continue reading
Satpara lake
Iconic lake
Only a short walk from the town of Skardu is the beautiful Lake Satpara. You will find it on the way to the famous Deosai Plains. continue reading
Passu Glacier
18 km long glacier
Only a short distance from the village of Passu is the scenic Passu Lake, where a huge glacier of the same name opens. There are many seven-month peaks in its surroundings. continue reading
Deosai plains
Pakistani Tibet
Deosai Plains is a high-laid plateau stretching between Karakoram and the Himalayas. For its average height over four thousand meters above sea level it is called Pakistani Tibet. Thanks to the rare fauna and flora, the Deosai National Park was established here. continue reading
Baltit Fort
The most famous fort in Pakistan
Above the beautiful valley of Hunza stands in a tactical place, high above the river, the ancient Baltit fortress. The visit is certainly worth for the beautiful views of not only the nearly eight thousander Rakaposhi continue reading
Borith lake
Beautiful lake under the Ghulkin glacier
One of the natural attractions of northern Pakistan is Borith Lake. You will find it only a short distance from the Hussaini village just below the Ghulkin glacier moraine. continue reading
Khaplu Palace and Fortress
The jewel of mountain architecture
In Khaplu, located above the famous Shyok River, you will find the treasure of mountain architecture – palace and fortress in one. This palace was built in the mid-19th century. continue reading
Islamabád
Capital of Pakistan
Islamabad is a bit of a city that is artificially built and has no monuments compared to, for example, historic Lahore. You will find here a huge mosque of Faisal, a Pakistani monument serving as a viewpoint. continue reading
