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Where is Gilgit Baltistan located in Pakistan

Gilgit Baltistan is located between the Karakoram Mountains and the Himalayas. The Karakoram is a word from the Turkish language which means black stone. This series begins on the northernmost…

Bilamik Valley: The best tourist destination in Gilgit Baltistan

Bilamik Valley is considered one of the best tourist destinations in Gilgit Baltistan, but due to lack of roads and other facilities, it is still hidden from the eyes of…

Shigar Valley: The best place to visit in Gilgit Baltistan

The beautiful Shigar Valley in Gilgit Baltistan is famous for its fruits. When you enter in Shigar valley, a special kind of fragrance greets you. This fragrance is of Russian…

Geographical introduction of Baltistan, Pakistan

Baltistan was known as Pololo, today is known as Baltistan until the 8th century. The people of Tibet and Ladakh use to call this region as BALTI and also call…

Katisho Baltistan: The beautiful land of huge mountains

Katisho Baltistan: The majestic land of huge mountains

A four-hour drive from Skardu City, there is a region, close to Desai plains, between lush green and high mountains, which locals call Katisho Baltistan: The majestic land of huge…

The painful story of the divided Balti families

The divided Balti families of the 1971 War

The divided Balti families due to the war of 1971 are still suffering in different areas of Baltistan. Still, this biggest human tragedy is out of sight on the mainstream…

Mehdiabad Valley: The beautiful land of District Kharmang Baltistan

Mehdiabad Valley: The beautiful land of Kharmang Baltistan

Mehdiabad Valley is one of the most beautiful valleys of the district Kharmang in Gilgit Baltistan. The old name of Mehdiabad was Parkuta which was later changed to Mehdiabad by…

Climate Change: The biggest problem of Gilgit Baltistan

The biggest problem of Gilgit Baltistan is climate change. In fact, we have a lot of problems and really need attention. And then every point of view speaks to the…

Gemstones in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan

God has bestowed Gilgit Baltistan with rich deposits of gold, gemstones and minerals, such as, aquamarine, topaz, tourmaline, quartz, mica, marble and the famous serpentine, cherished for its magical healing…

Gilgit Baltistan: A majestic land of hidden valleys

Gilgit Baltistan is a majestic land of hidden valleys, vast deserts, mountain passes, high and snow-capped mountains, still lochs, monuments to history and culture. If you travel through Gilgit Baltistan,…