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7 Most Beautiful Hill Stations in Pakistan

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beautiful Hill stations in Pakistan

Pakistan is a country that has beaches, mountains, lakes, ice peaks, deserts in Pakistan, and above all of them there are beautiful hill stations in Pakistan. If you are a nature lover who wants to enjoy spontaneous views of mountains and lakes from your hotel room with a cup of tea, then the hilly areas of Pakistan present you with everything. We suggest you take a break from your busy and hectic schedule. And plan a vacation, the beautiful and scenic views of hilly areas refreshed and happy your mind for sure. People of Pakistan enjoy all four kinds of weather but visiting the breathtaking hills in Pakistan gives an outstanding joy to people.

The best time to visit these beautiful hilly areas of Pakistan is the season of spring and summer. But snow falling in winters also offers great joy to sports lovers. If you are a person who wants to catch the beauty of these hilly areas of Pakistan, then this article is for you. Because in this article we are going to list down the most popular hill stations in Pakistan. If you are planning to explore the beautiful hill stations in Pakistan, then the following places must be on top of your list.

Name   Location Elevation
1. Malam Jabba   Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 2,804m
2. Kaghan Valley   Mansehra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 2,500m
3. Hunza   Gilgit-Baltistan 2,500m
4. Murree   Pir Panjal Range, Punjab 2,291m
5. Skardu   Skardu District, Gilgit−Baltistan 2,228m
6. Shogran   Mansehra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 2,362m
7. Gilgit   Gilgit-Baltistan 1,500m

1. Malam Jabba

Malam Jabba is one of the most popular hill stations in Pakistan. It is located in Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. This is also known as a home town of the best ski resorts in Pakistan. This stunning hill station is situated just 50 kilometers from Saidu Sharif. A lot of people come from other countries just to visit this magnificent ski resort. In Pakistan, Malam Jabba is the only ski resort. It is also a historical place as it is said, even 2000 years ago Malam Jabba was populated. It has also a stunning view of the valley and Hindu Kush Mountain Range. Also read Famous Places to visit in Peshawar.

2. Kaghan Valley

Kaghan Valley is located in District Mansehra of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is known as a paradise of lakes, mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, and streams. It is the most visited hill station in Pakistan. The most beautiful valley known as “Naran valley” is also located near Kaghan Valley. In one place both valleys are called together as “Naran Kaghan”. When it comes to the attraction points of the valley Saif ul Malook Lake gives a stunning and artistic view to visitors. It is known as a “place of fairies”. Kaghan Valley is one of the best hill stations in Pakistan to visit in the summer and spring seasons.

3. Skardu

Skardu is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Pakistan situated in between the River Indus and River Shigar. It has a sea level of 8,200 feet above the Indus River. Skardu has one of the best hills in Pakistan located in Gilgit−Baltistan. It is also known as the home town of some stunning lakes of Pakistan including Lower Kachura Lake, Satpara Lake, and Upper Kachura Lake. The peak time to visit one of the best hill stations in Pakistan is between June to October. It is pleasant heaven for hikers and trekkers. We must say if you are looking to explore Pakistan you must visit this stunning hill station in Pakistan.

4. Hunza

Now, this is something breathtaking. Hunza is a hill station in Pakistan that has a magnificent scenic view. It is located in the heart of the Gilgit-Baltistan region. It is surrounded by spontaneous snow-covered mountains, lakes, and fruit-loaded orchards. Some of the top tourist places like Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, Attabad Lake, Passu Cones, Eagle’s Nest, and Ultar Glacier are also located in this mesmerizing hill station in Pakistan. The best time to visit this hill station is between mid-march to august as the cherry blossom season starts from March and ends till April.

5. Murree

Murree is one of the top hill stations in Pakistan that popups in our minds when we think of the best tourist destination in the country. It is the busiest hill station in Pakistan and the reason behind this is the easy access and the best tourist facilities. It has a distance of about 50 Km from Islamabad the capital of Pakistan. It has an elevation of 7,000 feet. Because of its popularity, Murree has become one of the most popular hill stations in Pakistan. In winter it converts itself to a winter wonderland and covers every inch of the surface with snow. It won’t be wrong if we say Murree is one of the best hilly areas of Pakistan to visit in winter. It has no specific time to visit. It is open for tourists all around the year.

6. Shogran

It is one of the best hill stations in Pakistan. It has a lot of perks and facilities to offer. It is located in the Mansehra District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It has a height of 2,362 meters (7,749 ft) above sea level. Malakand forest is one of the best places to explore nature. This thick forest has a lot of birds, animals, and plants. We suggest you visit this forest with a tourist guide as there are a lot of wild animals in the forest. Shogran has a distance of 38 Km from Balakot. The locals of Shogran are so friendly and hospitable. The peak time to visit shogran is summer as it is populated in this season.

7. Gilgit

Gilgit holds the title of the capital of the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It is one of the best hill stations in Pakistan with breathtaking lakes and mountains. Every year a lot of domestic and foreign tourists visit Gilgit and take pleasure in its beauty. It is known for its natural beauty, unique culture, and hospitality. It’s a hilly area of Pakistan that has multiple hill stations around it. Passu, Ishkoman, and Shukargah are some of the nearby hill stations from Gilgit. This is one of the best hill stations in Pakistan for hiking and paragliding.

So these were some of the most popular hill stations in Pakistan to visit. Hence Pakistan is a country rich in hilly areas. We have mentioned a few hill stations. If you are planning for a vacation then this article will be helpful for you. You can also read about the famous dams in Pakistan.

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