Altit/Baltit Forts Hunza: A spectacular defense beacons now serves as charismatic edifices
Altit Fort a robust building facing natural as well as human destructions. While Baltit fort a calm, peaceful minaret of cultural diversity in the palms of Hunza.
Undoubtedly Altit Fort is an architectural genius monument. It is the oldest building in the valley. Royal family use to live here, commonly known as Mir. Altit means "This Side Down" because it overshadows whole town by its presence. After 3 centuries residents moves in rather a big fort called Baltit Fort. Altit Baltit fort Hunza are the must visit places in this valley.
view from Altit fort
In 2011 UNESCO Declared this fort as Cultural Heritage Conservation. Most beautiful part of this fort is its scenic beauty and snow covered peaks. The most prominent religions in this region are Islam and Ismailism. In 15th ce...