Top Places to Visit in Abbottabad, KPK
Today’s blog is about Abbottabad located in the province Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of Pakistan in the Hazara Division with an elevation of about 1250 meters and an area of about 18,000 sq km.
I am going to tell 10 most beautiful tourist destinations to visit which will force you to come and explore this. This is NAYA Pakistan explore series and in this, you will be suggested to visit famous places of the city or district in Pakistan so you can make a list before you start up a journey.
The top 10 places to visit in Abbottabad are,
- The Harnoi Lake
- Ilyasi Mosque
- Jalal Baba Auditorium
- Lady garden Lake
- The Sajikot / Hazara Waterfall
- Shimla Hill
- Thandiani
- Mushkpuri Top
- The Miranjani Top
- Nathia Gali
The Sajikot/Hazara Waterfall
It is located in village Sajikot Tehsil Hawelian, district Abbottabad. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Pakistan as well as in South Asia. It is about 47Km away from Abbottabad and tourist loves to come and explore this imaginary waterfall for a long time.
There are some other waterfalls as well located near this waterfall but Sajikot waterfall is very popular due to its magical beauty not only Pakistani but foreigners also visit this. you can see lush greenery out there on the hill and cold water is flowing from it it is like you are in heaven.
Peoples who can not go on vacation in Swat, Kalam, Malam Jabba, trekkers, and hiking lovers often come here.
Cantonment Public Park
It is also known as Lady Garden Park. It came into being after the foundation stone of Abbottabad so it is an ancient tourist destination. Before the partition, it was only used for European or white women families and locals were barred from entering.
But now locals and tourists often come and enjoy the beauty of nature. This is a family park and no bachelors are allowed. so if you want to go and enjoy yourself, you have to go along with one of your female family members like mother, sister, wife, etc.
Jalaal Baba Auditorium
It was built in 1993 and covers an area of 8.75 acres. The auditorium was named after the esteemed leader of the All Muslim League, Muhammad Jalaluddin alias Jalal Baba. It is also used for exhibitions, meetings, conferences, and other gatherings and activities.
Shimla Hill
To the west of Abbottabad, it is a hill of the Sherban range. This is peaceful on the shores of the high and lofty trees of chirr and dir. You can witness a beautiful and magical view of the city Abbottabad from the top of Shimla hill.
It is a picnic place that you can enjoy with different swings and horse rides. It is a nice place as there is no noise traffic, Machines, or others. if you want some time with yourself far away from another world you should go there.
Harnoi River
The Harnoi is a small city located about 11Km away from Abbottabad on Nathia Gali road. you can see lush greenery at this beautiful place. It is now a famous tourist destination for all ages at 15 to 20 minutes' drive from Abbottabad.
It is a refreshing place that makes you feel at ease. The traditional Char Payi in the river that you can sit on and enjoy a healthy meal like fish, eggs with tea, coffee, and other delicious food of your taste.
Thandiani
The cool name is quite descriptive of this place yes it means very very cold. It is located 2700meters above sea level so its temperature remains very low.
Here the clouds collide with the human body. It gives you a feeling like no other its memorable moments will ask you to visit again and again there and you will surely visit it for another time. It is known for its cool greenery and peace.
Thandiani is 31Km away from Abbottabad. You can stay here at a nominal price in rest houses or hotels with your friends and family and get a nice feel of nature.
Mushkpuri Top.
It is the second-largest mountain in the Galiyat region after Marian Jani. it is right above Donga Gali at 9200meters above. It is 4Km long stable and safe climb but it becomes dangerous when the snow falls.
When this region has snowfalls it looks like you are in a huge cage of cotton and you can see no color but white everywhere It takes about 3hours to reach the top there are two ways to climb one of these two ways is from Nathia Gali to Mushkpuri top and the other one is from Donga Gali climbing tracks which allows you to go on the top.
It is like heaven view from the top of the hill you can see beautiful view circle Balakot, River Jhelum, district Bagh of Azad Kashmir, Murree and Islamabad the capital city of Pakistan.
The Miranjani Top.
It is the topmost location, hill, or destination of the Galliat region. It is about 9816 feet high and has a track of 4.69Km.
It needs 3 to 4 hours to climb on it with 2 tracks one is from Natia Gali and the second is coming from Degree Bangla Rest House of Abbottabad. You will admit by seeing its top hill view that how nature is kind to this region.
Ilyasi Mosque
It is the most ancient and great mosque of Abbottabad which is built over a stream of water and still flows beneath it. There is a small pond in front of it. Ilyasi Masjid is known for its architecture, beauty, peace, and prosperity.
Nathia Gali
Furthermore, an ancient natural sprain flows out of it that locals say it heels your patient. Many tourists drink this water as well as carry it for their loved ones.
And one more thing I want to tell you that don’t forget to have traditional Pakoras of this place its taste is unforgettable.
It is the most popular hill station in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is 86Km away from Capital City Islamabad. about 3hours drive from Kashmir road. Its naturally fresh air, views, hiking trails, and pleasant weather attract tourists.
The temperature of this place is about 10 to 25 Celsius but it falls down to minus 8 in December or January. In these two months, snowfalls there so many visitors, tourists from all over Pakistan especially from Capital City Islamabad as they do not have to travel for a long time they reach here with their friends and family and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Originally published at https://adeelfarazkhan.blogspot.com.