Hunza Valley, also known as Heaven on Earth, is a beautiful mountainous valley located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It lies on the north-west of the Hunza River, and is surrounded by several high peaks including Rakaposhi, Hunza Peak, BojahagurDuanasir II, Darmyani Peak, Ghenta Sar, Ultar Sar and Ladyfinger Peak. The valley is famous for its breathtaking natural and scenic beauty. It is a major attraction for tourists from all over the world.
The northern areas of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir region are blessed with some world’s most beautiful places, whose natural beauty cannot be described in words. Especially, the gorgeous valleys of these areas are something which leaves one spell bounded. Below are a list of top five valleys of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir, which one should visit in his life.
Rakaposhi astounded us in its beauty. As soon as the mountain loomed into view, we were stock stilled, silenced by the immense grandeur and absolute stillness of the landscape. I had never encountered such quiet grace. Asim nudged me, “Do you see that?” As if I could have missed something like that.
