Shaheer Ahmed
Pakistan has an enormous potential to be one of the best tourist countries in the world. Before 9/11, hundreds of thousands of international tourists from around the world visited this region every year. Gilgit-Baltistan saw a surge in tourism after 2014. Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) is one of the most naturally gifted and beautiful places in the entire world. It is given titles like Heaven on the earth and Roof of the World by international tourists. Gilgit-Baltistan holds a key role to add to the Pakistani economy through tourism. The government’s efforts are attracting international tourists too to Pakistan.
What Gilgit-Baltistan offers?
One reason that Gilgit-Baltistan is famous around the globe is that it has a variety of tourist attractions in a limited area. In this northern part of Pakistan, one can experience all elements of tourism, like culture, food, hiking, trekking, 4WD tours, landscapes, mountains, rivers, lakes, adventure, sports, deserts, and much more.
Why One Must Visit Gilgit-Baltistan?
It is very easy and affordable for a Pakistani or any International tourist to visit Gilgit-Baltistan. Visiting Gilgit-Baltistan is a unique experience. Pakistan is internationally regarded as highly for its hospitality. The people are so welcoming and hospitable, they won’t take money from tourists, and will invite them to their homes. A person visiting Gilgit-Baltistan can have all the fun, entertainment, experience of nature, adventure, and a chance to interact with the region’s great people. The most attractive part is that visiting Gilgit-Baltistan is affordable and the locals will never charge high from the tourists.
What To Do in Gilgit-Baltistan?
Gilgit-Baltistan has a variety of attractions to offer. In Skardu, we can find beautiful vast landscapes and cold deserts, beautiful lakes, and green plains are the uniqueness of the Ghizer district. Hunza offers high mountains, lakes, and treks in particular. In Astore and Chilaas, the world’s most beautiful meadows exist. Gilgit city is the capital of Gilgit-Baltistan, where tourists can experience the urban life of the region. They can enjoy traditional food and purchase cultural dresses and souvenirs. The world’s most famous and highest mountains like K2, Nanga Parbat, Rakaposhi, Lady Finger, The Golden Peak, and many more are also in Gilgit-Baltistan. A tourist can also experience adventure sports like para-gliding, rafting, speed boating, ice hockey, skiing, ice skating, and much more.
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What To Do Before Visiting Gilgit-Baltistan?
Most of the tourists visit Gilgit-Baltistan without proper planning. The route to Gilgit-Baltistan is mountainous and it can get difficult, especially traveling in rainy weather. Rain can lead to landslides, which can cause road blockages for days. Always check the weather and road situation before traveling.
Tourists must also book their accommodation in advance. Often it is seen that tourists don’t get rooms and they have to stay in their cars for the whole night with families. Choosing the right tour guide is also very important, choosing a local tour guide is highly recommended when traveling to Gilgit-Baltistan.
People go to enjoy and take a break from their routine life. People must enjoy their visit but they must always keep the norms and culture of the area they are visiting. Cleanliness and taking care of nature must be an obligatory duty. One should take care of the place where he/she is visiting.
During hiking and trekking, always take guidance from locals. Things can get difficult when trekking or hiking without knowing the exact routes and right tools.
This region has contributed a lot to the economy of Pakistan. It just needs attention from the government for its building planning, roads, and overall infrastructure development. The people of Gilgit-Baltistan and local tourists have to play an equal role in attracting international tourism, like pre 9/11, which will eventually lead to a better Pakistan.
