Baltit Fort
FeaturedKarimabad
The 700-year-old seat of the Hunza Mir, perched above the valley. Restored by the Aga Khan Trust; the views from the rooftop are unmatched.
Gilgit-Baltistan
Hunza
A valley of glacial lakes, fortified hilltop villages, and apricot orchards. Spring and autumn are the postcard seasons.
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attractions
Historic
2 spotsAltit Fort
FeaturedAltit
Older sister to Baltit by 300 years. A 6-storey watchtower carved into living rock, plus an apricot-tree garden below.
Nature
1 spotKhunjerab Pass
Gojal
The world's highest paved border crossing at 4,693 m. Pakistan-China sign-board selfie, ibex, snow even in summer.
Scenic
2 spotsAttabad Lake
FeaturedGojal
An accidental turquoise lake created by a 2010 landslide. Speedboat rides and lakeside resorts — best from May to October.
Eagle's Nest Viewpoint
FeaturedDuikar
The classic sunrise viewpoint above Karimabad. On a clear morning, six 7000-metre peaks at once including Rakaposhi and Lady Finger.
Shopping
1 spotKarimabad Bazaar
Karimabad
Wakhi handicrafts, dried apricots, gemstone vendors, and Hunza woollens. Bring cash; small shops, fair prices.
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