LAND OF DIVERSITY

District Gilgit

ABOUT Gilgit

Discover the Beauty of Gilgit

Gilgit region, capital of Gilgit Baltistan, is strategically the most important in the Karakoram Range as it has been the trade center of the area for centuries. The historical Silk Route that promoted religions to expand across borders adds to the significance of the district.

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Languages

Shina is the local language while English and Urdu are also widely spoken.

Famous Tourist Spots

Naltar valley is a beautiful pine forest region with lush green landscape, mesmerizing flora, snow peaked mountains & glaciers. Moreover, Kargah Valley offers an ancient site with a Buddha statue carved on rock dating back to 8th century AD along with ruins of Buddhist monastery and Stupa. Other tourist valleys include Danyore, Bagrot, Nomal and Jaglot.

Popular Activities

During winters, Naltar Valley offers a lifetime experience of skiing. On the other hand Bagrote Valley is a perfect place for trekkers. Danyore suspension bridge, built by locals without any civil engineering equipment, is also worth a trip.

Danyore Valley & Suspension Bridge Gilgit

Suspension Bridge Gilgit

Junction of Three Mountain Ranges Gilgit

Junction of Three Mountains

Kargah Buddha Gilgit

Kargah Buddha

naltar ski resort Gilgit

naltar ski resort

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