To say that Shimshal Valley is a beautiful place with beautiful people would be an understatement – during my two-day escapade in this village, located in Northern Pakistan, I experienced some of the most breathtaking mountain scenery, epic journeys, and friendliest locals I’ve ever encountered. My time in the Shimshal Valley was part of a
Hundreds of years ago, a city surrounded by enormous fortified walls was built in Lahore, Pakistan protecting the most beloved markets, culture, and landmarks that stand today! This city is known as the “Old City” of Lahore transforming from being antiquated with mud walls to the capital city of Punjab with rich contemporary architecture and
One of the highlights of trekking in Nepal for our team has always been getting the chance to experience life in one of the tea houses scattered along the country’s trekking routes. Recently I was asked to explain the tea house lodges of Nepal, a common question from guests visiting for the first time. Realizing
The dew on the morning grass, the rushing sound of rivers, and warm sunbeams peeking over jagged mountain peaks started one of the most serene sunrises of my life. Where is this paradise on Earth? This scenic natural beauty is Basho Valley, Pakistan, located in the heart of Pakistan’s northern mountains. The rough route to
Pakistan is filled with superlative locations, known for undisturbed natural beauties. The most popular attraction in Northern Pakistan is the Nanga Parbat trek, known for its encapsulating landscapes and scenic hiking trails. With the best-unobstructed view of the colossal Nanga Parbat peaks at 8,125 meters high, Fairy Meadows resides in thick forests at the heart
Pakistan is home to over 7,000 glaciers scattered across numerous mountain ranges of the Northern region villages. Previously before coming to Pakistan, I assumed the region was an empty desert desolate with endless sand dunes. Upon arrival, expectations of Pakistan changed entirely as it is home to 108 peaks above 7,000 meters and more glaciers
One of the wonders of the world ranking number eight is the Karakoram Highway mountains. Not only is this the highest elevation paved highway in the world at 4,714 meters, the Karakoram Highway also provides the best views of three mighty mountain ranges. This massive highway project started in 1962 and finished as open to
If you’ve ever been interested in traveling the areas of Northern Pakistan, Skardu is a name you’ve likely stumbled across. Skardu Valley is a mixed bag of cultural influences placed on the border of China and India. The conglomerate of national influences produces unique natural sites in its vicinity resulting in one of the top
Pakistan is filled with hidden treasures scattered throughout the country. From the tallest mountain peaks in the world standing over 26,000 feet to the luscious grasslands of Fairy Meadows, there is a unique experience for every traveler. One of the gems of Pakistan is the high elevation plateau known as the roof of the world
The world can be a dry place of busyness, stress, and anxiety longing for an oasis to fill the air with fresh colors, panache festivals, and heartwarming people. At Kalash Valley in Chitral, Pakistan, a small ethnic minority group known as the Kalasha have a population ranging humbly to only a few thousand people. The
In the warm sun with a cool mountain breeze, the fans and players enjoy an intense match between the provinces Gilgit and Chitral. Riders blitz strategically across the field in perfect sync with the next battle about to take place. The fans lean on the edge of their seat for the next unexpected turnover, collision,
Taking a journey through the Langtang Valley had been on our list since long before Covid, and we were finally making our way up the switchbacks along a rather invigorating stretch of road. Raju, our guide for the trek, had grown up in the region, and he pointed out the road to his childhood village
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