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Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

4Jan

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Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

Gilgit-Baltistan is included in CNN's list of the top 25 must-visit destinations for 2025. CNN highlights Gilgit-Baltistan's "tantalizing peaks" and its home to five of the 14 "eight-thousander" peaks, including K2, the world's second-tallest mountain. It is a popular destination for adventure tourism, trekking, and mountaineering. Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Pakistan’s breathtaking northern region, has been included in CNN's list of the top 25 destinations to visit in 2025. Nestled in the Karakoram Mountains, this picturesque area is renowned for its rugged beauty, towering peaks, and adventurous allure. The region is popular for attracting nature lovers and thrill-seekers from around the globe. CNN Travel described GB as a “challenging yet rewarding destination,” noting its logistical ...

Protests in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan Over Soaring Wheat Prices

The protests began in December 2023 following the government's decision to significantly increase the price of subsidized wheat in Gilgit-Baltistan. The price of a 50-kg bag of wheat rose from Rs. 2000 to Rs. 3600, making it a major burden for many residents, particularly those living in poverty. In response to the recent hike in wheat prices, no electricity, and removal of subsidies, a widespread protest was organized in Skardu, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir’s Gilgit-Baltistan region. The protest, called by the coordination committee of the All-Party Alliance, saw participation from various political, religious, social, and nationalist parties, along with traders' organizations. The demonstrators gathered at Yadgar Chowk to voice their opposition to the government's...

Top 5 Historic Hidden Gems one can visit in Pakistan

Pakistan is full of hidden gems and places that anyone can mesmerize and be amazed by. Allah almighty blesses this country in such a way that it witnesses four seasons. Along with that, it is full of scenic beauty and minerals. In this article, we will discuss the top 5 places that you can visit and appreciate natural occurrences. Traveling is fun. That is one fact that we can agree upon. However, when you travel to unfamiliar areas, you are bound to end up at the most popular spots. And, these famous spots tend to be crowded and infested with other tourists. This can easily ruin a person’s trip. Get to know 5 Hidden gems Locations that You Have Never Heard of in Pakistan. To avoid this problem entirely, you can research hidden and underappreciated tourist spots and explore those i...