Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Hunza Gilgit–Baltistan Pakistan

The Hunza (Burushaski: ہنزہ, Urdu: ہنزہ‎) is a mountainous valley in the Gilgit–Baltistan region of Pakistan. The Hunza is situated north/west of the Hunza River, at an elevation of around 2,500 metres (8,200 ft). The territory of Hunza is about 7,900 square kilometres (3,100 sq mi). Aliabad is the main town while Baltit is a popular tourist destination because of the spectacular scenery of the surrounding mountains like Ultar Sar, Rakaposhi, Bojahagur Duanasir II, Ghenta Peak, Hunza Peak, Passu Peak, Diran Peak and Bublimotin (Ladyfinger Peak), all 6,000 metres (19,685 ft) or higher.

 Hunza was formerly a princely state bordering Uyghurstan to the northeast and Pamir to the northwest, which survived until 1974, when it was finally dissolved by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The state bordered the Gilgit Agency to the south and the former princely state of Nagar to the east. The state capital was the town of Baltit (also known as Karimabad); another old settlement is Ganish Village. Hunza was an independent principality for more than 900 years. The British gained control of Hunza and the neighbouring valley of Nagar between 1889 and 1892 through a military conquest. The then Mir/Thum (Ruler) Mir Safdar Ali Khan of Hunza fled to Kashghar in China and sought what would now be called political asylum.

Hunza and Nagar.This area is Known as Paradise on Earth with large number of tourist destinations and fully accessable VIA Karakorum Silk Rout more attractive after new upgradation of the road" famous mountains are Rakaposhi (25,551 ft) “Ghulmet Nagar”, DiranPeak (23,839 ft) “Minapin Nagar”, Golden Peak (23,054 ft) “Hopar Nagar”, Hispar Glacier “Hispar Nagar”,Hunza Peak (20,571 ft) “Karimabad Hunza’, Ladyfinger Peak (19,685 ft) “Karimabad Hunza”,  Ultar Sar (24,239 ft),”Karimabad Hunza” Shispare Peak (18,210 ft) “Karimabad Hunza”, Passu Glacier (24,534 ft) ”Passu Hunza”. The local language of the majority of the people of this region is Burushaski.Karimabad, in Hunza Valley, is the capital of Hunza in Gilgit-Baltistan.Karimabad is also known as Baltit. It is named after Prince Karim Aga Khan, the spiritual head of Shia Ismaili Nizari community.Nagar Proper is the capital of Nagar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan,. Nagar valley holds 100% Shia Muslims.


Baltit Fort In olden times a number of small independent states existed in the history of Northern Areas of Pakistan. Among them Hunza and Nager were the traditional rival states, situated on opposite sides of the Hunza (kanjut) river. The rulers of these two states, known as Thámo / Mirs (Thάm=S), built various strongholds to express their power. According to historical sources (Ref: Tarikh-e-Ehd Atiiq Riyasat Hunza by Haji Qudrarullah Baig, Pub: S.T.Printers Rawalpindi 1980 Pakistan), the Hunza rulers initially resided in the Altit Fort, but later as a result of a conflict between the two sons of the ruler Sultan, Shah Abbas (Shάboos) and Ali Khan (Aliqhάn), Shaboos shifted to the Baltit Fort, making it the capital seat of Hunza. The power struggle between the two brothers eventually resulted in the death of younger one, and so Baltit Fort further established itself as the prime seat of power in the Hunza state.
The rich beauty of Baltit Fort can be traced to over seven hundred 700 years ago. Ayasho II, Tham / Mir of Hunza in the early 15th fifteenth century married Princess Shah Khatoon (Sha Qhatun) from Baltistan (In Moghul history Baltistan is called Tibet Khurd mean, little Tibet), and was the first to modify the face of Altit and, subsequently Baltit Fort. Baltistan meaning land of Balti people had a very strong cultural and ethnical relation with the Ladakh territory of India then. Consequently, the structure of Baltit Fort was influenced by the Ladakhi / Tibetan architecture, with some resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa. Then additions, renovations and changes to the building were being made through the centuries by the long line of rulers of the Hunza that followed.
iew of the Hunza Valley from Baltit Fort A veritable treasure house for ancient forts, the Northern Areas of Pakistan lost most of its glorious built heritage around the 19th century as a result of the destructive attacks by the Maharaja of Kashmir. However, in this regard people of Hunza were exceptionally fortunate to successfully defend against the invasions of Maharaja Kashmir four times. One of the biggest changes in the structure of Baltit Fort came with the invasion of the British in December 1891. Tham Mir Safdarali Khan, ruler of Hunza his wazir Dadu (Thara Baig III), fled to Kashgar (China) for political asylum with their fellows and families. With the conquest of Hunza and Nager states by the British forces in December 1891, the fortified wall and watch towers of the old Baltit village and watch towers of the Baltit Fort on its north-western end were also demolished as desired by the British authorities. The British installed his younger brother Tham Mir Sir Muhammad Nazim Khan K.C.I.E, as the ruler of Hunza state in September 1892.
During his reign, Tham / Mir Nazeem Khan made several major alterations to the Baltit Fort. He demolished a number of rooms of third floor and added a few rooms in the British colonial style on the front elevation, using lime wash and colour glass panel windows. The Baltit Fort remained officially inhabited until 1945, when the last ruler of Hunza, Mir Muhammad Jmamal Khan, moved to a new palace further down the hill, where the present Mir of Hunza Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan (Current Chief Executive of Northern Areas) and his family are residing.
With no proper authority entrusted to care for it, the Fort was exposed to the ravages of time and over the years its structure weakened and began to deteriorate. His Highness Aga Khan IV initiated the restoration efforts for Baltit Fort in 1990, when Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan the son of last ruler of Hunza, Tham / Mir Muhammad Jamal Khan and his family generously donated the Fort to the Baltit Heritage Trust, a public charity formed for the explicit purpose of owning and maintaining the Fort. The restoration undertaken by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture in Geneva in association with the Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (Pakistan), took six years to complete. The project was supported by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture as the main donor through its Historic Cities Support Programme, as well as by the Getty Grant Program (USA), NORAD (Norway) and the French Government.
The restored Fort, resplendent in its regal glory was inaugurated on September 29, 1996 in the presence of His Highness the Aga Khan IV and the president of Pakistan Farooq Ahmad Khan Laghari. It is now operated and maintained by the Baltit Heritage Trust and is open to visitors. Preservation at its best, the Baltit Fort serves as a perfect example of culture restored and preserved for the future generations of the mountain people.

 Baltit Fort or Balti Fort is an ancient fort in the Hunza valley in the Northern Areas of Pakistan.In former times survival of the feudal regimes of Hunza was ensured by the impressive Baltit fort, that sit on top of Karimabad. The foundations of the fort are said to date back around 700 years, but there have been rebuilds and alterations over the centuries. In the 16th century theThum married a princess from Baltistan who brought master Balti craftsmen to renovate the building as part of her dowry. The architectural style is a clear indication of Tibetan influence in Baltistan at the time.

The Mirs of Hunza abandoned the fort in 1945, and moved to a new palace down the hill. The fort started to decay and there was concern that it might possibly fall into ruin. Following a survey by the Royal Geographical Society of London, a restoration programme was initiated and supported by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture Historic Cities Support Programme. The programme was completed in 1996 and the fort is now a museum run by the Baltit Heritage Trust.

Baltit Fort breaks the monotony of mud-rock houses of Hunzakuts. It is situated on the top of a hill from where it overlooks the whole valley. The fort was built some 600 years ago. It is entirely made of stones, supported by timber beams and plastered over with sun-dried mud. Elders of Hunza tell that a Balti princess was married with the Mir of Hunza. She brought Balti masons and artisans to build this fort as a dowry item. The fort remained the palace and family home of the Mirs until 1960 when a witch came to reside in it. The royal family shifted to a new granite palace. The fort has been well kept. It maintains a museum, library and a nice restaurant. The credit goes to the Agha Khan Trust for Culture.

Baltit Fort is three-storey building with 53 rooms. The main gate opens into a dark hall or corridor on the ground floor. There are guest rooms, kitchens, storerooms, prisons and living rooms attached to this corridor. A wooden staircase goes up through a square opening in the floor above.

The second floor has family apartments, reception rooms, royal court, arms depot and guards` chambers. A balcony presents a fascinating view of the valley. Another ladder takes to the roof. This is the best spot to view the famous peak of Rakaposhi that rises straight out of cultivated fields and reaches 7788 meters in the sky. Behind the fort, the Karakoram rises in a series of needle-sharp peaks. The most famous of them is lady`s finger. Locals also call it Bulbuli`s peak, after a legendary Hunza princess. The peak is so steep that even snow cannot sustain on its top. Thus, the black peak stands in contrast with its snow covered neighbors.

Gulmit is the headquarter of the Gojal Tehsil, in the upper Hunza region of the Gilgit territory in the Gilgit Baltistan region of Pakistan. Gulmit is a centuries-old historic town, with mountains, peaks and glaciers. It is a tourist spot and has many hotels, shops and a museum. Its altitude is 2408m (7900 ft) above the Arabian Sea level.Small hamlets consit of;Kamaris,Odver,Dalgiram,Laksh,Kalha,Shawaran,Khor Lakhsh,Chamangul and Goze.Gulmit, is also a Turkish or Iranian word which means the valley of flowers.

Passu is a small village on the Karakoram Highway, beside the Hunza River, some 15 kilometers from Gulmit, the Tehsil headquarters of Gojal in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan, and about 150 km upriver from Gilgit. It lies very near the tongue of the Pasu Glacier, and just south of the tongue of the Batura glacier. The latter is the fifth longest non-polar glacier in the world at 56 km,[citation needed] and reaches very near to the highway. The people are Wakhi and speak the Wakhi Language. Religiously they are Ismaili, a sect of Islam.Tupopdan, 6,106 metres (20,033 ft), also known as "Passu Cones" or "Passu Cathedral", lies to the north of the village; it is the most photographed peak of the region.Also nearby are the high peaks of Pasu Sar, Shispare Sar, and Batura.


Sust or Sost is a village in Gojal region of the Northern Areas of Pakistan. It is the last town inside Pakistan on the Karakoram Highway before the Chinese border. The town is an important place on the highway for all passenger and cargo transport because all traffic crossing the Pakistan-China border passes through this town; the Pakistani immigration and customs departments are based here. Pakistan and China have opened border for trade and tourism at Khunjerab.The Silk Route Dry Port started its business operations at the port Sost (Upper Hunza) near Khunjarab pass Gilgit-Baltistan. Annual trade between China and Pakistan has increased from less than $2 billion in 2002 to $6.9 billion, with a goal of $15 billion by 2014. Sost dry port is the first formal port at the China-Pakistan border, facilitating customs clearance and other formalities for goods moving from the Chinese regions of Kasghar and Sinkyang to the commercial centers of Pakistan. The town is connected by the Karakoram Highway to Karimabad, Gilgit and Chilas on the south and the Chinese cities of Tashkurgan, Upal and Kashgar in the north.

 Karakoram Highway The Sost dry port is connected by the Karakoram Highway to Karimabad, Gilgit and Chilas on the south and to the Chinese cities of Piarali, Tashkurgan, Upal and Kashgar in the north. The Northern Areas Transport Corporation offers passenger road service between Islamabad, Gilgit and Sost. Passenger road service between Tashkurgan and Sost also exists. Road service between Kashgar and Gilgit (via Tashkurgan and Sost) started in summer 2006. However, the border crossing between China and Pakistan at Khunjerab Pass (the highest border of the world) is open only between May 1 and October 15. During winter, the roads are blocked by snow.


Shimshal شمشال s a village located in Gojal, Hunza–Nagar District, in the Pakistan-administered Gilgit–Baltistan formerly known as Northern Areas of Pakistan. It lies at an altitude of 3,100 m above sea level, and is the highest settlement in Hunza Valley of Pakistan. It is the bordering village that connects Gilgit-Baltistan province of Pakistan with China. The total area of Shimshal is 3,800 km2 and there are around two thousand inhabitants with a total of two hundred and forty households. Shimshal is made up of four major hamlets; Farmanabad, Aminabad, Center Shimshal and Khizarabad. Farmanabad is a new settlement that comes first on reaching Shimshal. Aminabad is announced by vast fields of stones hemmed in by dry stone walls, and fortress-like houses of stone and mud. As you approach Shimshal look for a glimpse of Odver Sar (6,303m) also known as Shimshal Whitehorn. Shimshal has hydroelectricity from Odver stream for five months (June–October) of the year (when the water isn't frozen). Non availability of electricity for seven months is a big problem of the local community because during this period they have to rely on kerosene oil, firewood, solar plates and compressed natural gas in cylinders as an alternative .
The village was inaccessible by motor road until October 2003, when a new road from the Karakoram Highway at Passu was constructed. The construction of non-metallic Jeep-able road started in 1985 and completed in 2003. Eighteen (1985-2003) of handwork finally become successful because of hard work, dedication and self-help. It become possible to connect Shimshal with rest of the world by mutual cooperation of the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, Government of Pakistan and the local community. It now takes maximum three hours to reach Shimshal by jeep from Passu. Self-help or Nomus ( in local Wakhi language) is the major factor for infrastructure development in Shimshal. Brock University Canada has recently launched a new project A Critical Ethnography of the Shimshal Road.
Shimshalis use numerous seasonal mountain grasslands, located several days walk from the village, to sustain herds of yaks, goats, and sheep. The area was founded by Mamo Singh and his wife named Khudija.They have the only son Sher. According to Shimshal's history and tradition, their first child won the local polo game from Kargiz (Chinese) riding yak while the Chinese rode horses.The Shimshal River comes from this area and then transforms the shape of Hunza River, which mixes with the Indus River below the capital city Gilgit.The people of Shimshal are Wakhi and they speak the Wakhi language. They belong to the Ismaili sect of Shia Islam.The entire community is the follower of Aga Khan as their 49th spiritual leader who is the direct descendant of Muhammad. The Ismaili Community

 Murtazaabad ( مرتضى آباد ‎) is the first village of central Hunza in the Northern Areas of Pakistan. It is situated along the Hunza River. Murtazaabad (old: Neray das) is surrounded by two villages (East Hasanabad and West Nasirabad). The River Hunza is in the South, and small mountains in the North. Land is fertile, 40% of the area is cultivated and 35% area consists of forestry. More than 30% of the area is mountainous.It is divided into two major geographic divisions, 1) Murtazaabad Paien (KhaKhan) and 2) Murtazaabad Bala (Dal Khan). Both the areas are irrigated by two major pools linked to Hasanabad Nala. Law and order situation is excellent. Mightiest Rakahposhi is just in front of the village.

 Hussainabad  حسین آباد‎is a small village there are five towns(Khizerabad,Qadeemabad,centralHussainabad, Hussainabad Shabarn and Dolmani) situated at the left bank of the Hunza River in Hunza, Pakistan. The village's population is approximately 3000 people

Karimabad كريم آباد‎ is the capital of Hunza in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan. Karimabad is also known as Baltit. It is named after Prince Karim Aga Khan, the spiritual head of Shia Ismaili Nizari community. The Guardian ranked it as the 12th Best Tourist Site in Pakistan.

 Altit Fort is an ancient fort above Karimabad in the Hunza valley in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. It was originally home to the hereditary rulers of the Hunza state who carried the title Mir, although they moved to the somewhat younger Baltit fort nearby three centuries later. Altit Fort and in particular the Shikari tower is around 1100 years old,which makes it the oldest monument in the Gilgit–Baltistan. The word Altit means this side down and is a Tibetan word. The people of Altit are said to belong to the white Huns, although not much research has gone into the matter. It is said that the present language Bruchiski was brought here by the white Huns in 47 A.D. The first name for Altit village was Hunukushal, meaning the village of Huns. The Huns came from the Huang-Ho valley in China. The name later changed to Broshal, translated as a village of Bruchiski speakers. They were spirit worshippers as Shamanism was in practice. In the 15th century Islam was introduced. Around 1830 in turn many converted to Ismailism.

 Ahmedabad (احمد آباد) is located in the Hunza–Nagar District of Gilgit–Baltistan. It is a small village in Central Hunza, and is part of Altit hunza. People from Ahmedabad came from Altit and other villages of Hunza. Ahmedabad's total population is approx 1500 and the literacy rate is 70%. Income of people is mainly from agriculture. Ahmedabad has its own electricity power house.There is one school name D.J.C.B.High School Ahmedabad Hunza

The Burusho or Brusho people live in the Hunza and Yasin valleys of Gilgit Baltistan in northern Pakistan.[They are predominantly Muslims. Their language, Burushaski, has not been shown to be related to any other.

Ganish is a village in Pakistan, distinct for being the oldest and first settlement on the ancient Silk Road in Hunza. It is located 90 km and 2.5 hours traveling time from Gilgit. Ganish means gold in Brushaski.
The sub villges of Ganish include Garelth,Chaboikushal,Shukunoshal,Khaii,Buldas and Chillganish.
Chillganish is a sub village of Ganish.There are 25 families living.Chillganish is one of the most ancient villges of Ganish which has rich history.The residents of Chillganish belong to well-known tribe Chillganishkuz.Basically the word 'chill' means water and Ganiskuz means residents of Ganish.
Ganish is the oldest and first settlement on the ancient Silk Road in Hunza, and is the site of various ancient watch towers, traditional mosques, religious centers,and a reservoir.The Ali Gohar House in Ganish, Hunza, is located next to one of the iconic shikaris (watchtowers) of the town. The 400 year old house was awarded the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2009.Garelth is also a sub village of Ganish with a population of 135 families. FG Boys Middle School, Agha Khan Diamond School are the main educational institutions. Former Member District Council Gilgit Baltistan Jan Alam, Former Chairman Village Council Darvesh, and Muhammad Ali have been leading politically. Currently Ghulam Mustafa Barcha is Chairman of Garelth Hunza.Subedar Major Fida Ali, one of the main leaders of independence movement of Gilgit Baltistan, belongs to this village. Fida Aliplayed a key role in the independence of Gilgit Baltistan. Major Ghulam Murtaza (Sitara-e-Jurat)a key person in the revolution of independence movement of Gilgit Baltistan also belongs to this village. His graveyard is located next to KKH at Garelth.

Cherry Blossom in Hunza: 
Spring being the beginning of season usually from early April welcome you to the Northern Areas. Hunza & Nagar in Blossom present an aesthetic panorama. The lush green tarraced fields surrouded by blooming trees and the village itself guarded by snowbound sky kissing mountains displaying scene enough to overwhelms visiters. Moreover, besides the appealing vistas, the fragrance emanating in the villages add charm to the visual beauty. This breathtaking tour in beautiful spring in the north gives you the huge variety of natural splendors. This panorama can be seen throughout in the North along the KKH and off the road.
Start it from Gilgit, the capital of Northern Areas. When you arrive in Gilgit you will feel that you are somewhere you need to be in Spring. Bagrot valley in Gilgit is at around an hour drive famous for its panoramic outlook in spring and summer. Kargah Buddah in the tiny Kargah valley is about 30 min drive from the city. It is more famous for the carved Buddha in a rock about 12 meters from the pathway.
Proceed further to Hunza. Karimabad is about 95 km from Hunza and usually takes 3 hours but with repeated cessations on the viewpoints could prolong the journey double as longer up to Hunza. You will stay in Hunza even if you never liked to do that. Drive further to upper Hunza for added beauty, hit the Khunjarab Pass (The highest border linking China and Pakistan at an elevation of 4757m) and start the journey back. You can spare a day to visit Nagar valley off the KKH opposit Hunza valley. You can drive up to the Hoper Glacier flowing down by the valley with picturesque mountains in the surroundings.  


Nearest Air port : Gilgit Airport
Nearest Railway NO Railway Station
Local transport: Bus Taxi Jeep also available
Mobile Networks: UFONE , WARID , ZONG, MOBILINK
Inter net provider : PTCL Some local 

Hotels in Hunza Valley Pakistan:
Hunza Baltit Inn:
The Hunza Baltit Inn stands in a magnificent setting with breathtaking views of Mount Rakaposhi, Ultar Peak, over the Hunza Valley. Located in the ancient town of Karimabad, (formerly Baltit) on six acres of landscaped grounds, it looks on to green terraced fields and the Hunza River. Surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks such as the mighty Mount Rakaposhi and vast glacier of Ultar, the Inn is a popular destination for leisure travellers seeking adventure. Hunza is easily accessible by road via Karakoram Highway (KKH) that connects it from Islamabad. Moreover, Gilgit is also air linked with Islamabad by a 55 minutes flight.
Hotel Facilities: 
  1. 20 Rooms & 3 Tents
  2. Osho Maraka Restaurant offering Pakistani, Local, Chinese, and Continental specialties
  3. Baltit Lounge, offers light snacks
  4. Diran Garden BBQ with live music – a seasonal dining facility
  5. 24-hour Business Centre
  6. Internet facility
  7. Satellite TV with national and international channels
  8. 24-hour Currency Exchange
  9. Room service, Valet, and Laundry service
  10. Doctor on call
Hill Top Hotel Hunza:  
Hill Top Hotel built in 1980, is the oldest and the most luxurious hotel situated in the heart of Karimabad, Hunza. It  is the oldest among the new crop of country retreats offering laid-back luxury for jaded urbanities, international adventure and culture lover tourists.  Hill Top Hotel offers a discreet retreat in the heart of Himalayas for discerning grown-ups, who want a bit of old-fashioned style without stuffiness in the presence of modern 4 star amenities.
Eagle’s Nest Hotel Hunza:
Whether you are traveling in a group, individually with a small or large budget, Eagle’s Nest Hotel offers accommodation for everyone. In 2005, new rooms and a new restaurant were built. All new facilities are traditional local style, using only natural materials like rock and wood. The rooms and restaurant are also furnished and decorated traditionally at the same time they match all modern standards. All rooms are spacious and separate bathrooms with 24 hours hot water. Each room has a separate balcony with enwalled views of Hunza and the surrounding peaks.
The restaurant is a nice meeting place to have a cup of local mountain tea Tummuro. It offers a broad choice of local Pakistani and western dishes. All meals are prepared with fresh local ingredients. The water used to prepare our food and tea is spring water and is safe to drink. One of the local specialties on the menu is the cheese and walnut chapattis with the typical flavor of apricot oil. As from the rooms, the view from the restaurant is spectacular.
Two small shops are attached with the hotel where you can buy postcards and souvenirs like gemstones, Hunza embroidery, Hunza caps and the famous Hunza dry fruit; apricot, mulberries and walnuts.
From the village of Karimabad it is a strenuous but very rewarding 2 hours walk up to Eagle’s Nest Hotel. If you stay only one night you can take only some small essential luggage and leave the rest in Eagle’s Nest information office in Karimabad.Upon a contact subsidized jeep service for hotel guests twice a day from Altit to Duikar and Karimabad can be arranged.
Gulmit Continental Hotel Hunza:
Gulmit Continental Hotel nestles in an amphitheater of peaks located in the heart of the beautiful Gulmit valley which is perched on 2500 meters high above sea level. Only 140 KM from Gilgit and 50 meters from the Legendary Silk Route It is conveniently accessible.
 Gulmit Continental Hotels One Of The Most Easily Accessible View Points In The Whole Of The Valley. Even If You Don't Have Time To Stay Long It Is Must Come Up To See The Sunrise And Golden Sunset Views On Lovely Tupopdan Peak And The Other Peaks Surrounding Gulmit Continental Hotel. Guests That Stay At Gulmit Continental Hotel Can Even Enjoy The Sunrise On Lovely Tupopdan Peak From Their Rooms.

Darbar Hotel Hunza:
 Hunza Darbar Hotel Hunza is one of the most popular hotels of Hunza valley. It is located in the center of Karimabad. The hotel offers 40 rooms with all amenities of a 3 star hotel. Hunza Darbar Hotel has conference facilities and can host up to 100 people.

PTDC Motel Hunza:
The Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation Motel Hunza has a panoramic view of the KKH and the valley of Nagar across the river, PTDC Motel situated in its very center, is absolutely stunning. From the PTDC Motel one can take a day’s trip to Nagar valley overlooking the magnificent Hoper Glacier.
 

PTDC Motel Sost Hunza:
PTDC Motel Sost Hunza the Motel here is ideally located adjacent to the Immigration Post. Its comfortable, well-furnished rooms provide a welcome relief from the rugged, mountainous surrounding. The restaurant with its choice of Pakistani and western cuisine is a haven of delight.
The Motel also offers Satellite TV, Laundry and Rent-a-Jeep/Transport facilities. Arrangements for traveling into China are available.

Hotel Hunza Embassy:
Hotel Hunza Embassy, nestles in an amphitheatre of peaks in the heart of Hunza, depicting the image of Shangri-la, is undeniably one of its kind. Only 100 km from Gilgit and 1 km from the legendary Silk Route, it is conveniently accessible. The management has a long experience of hotel ling par excellence. Being trendsetters in hospitality, we lead our counter parts.

Hotel Hunza Embassy offers 12 deluxe rooms 12 single rooms and 16 double bedrooms, Hunza traditional restaurant, and  car park. Each room is well equipped with all the standard amenities like color television with satellite channels, mini fridge and marble bathrooms with elegantly furnished local traditional housing look.
Our restaurant presents the elegance of the Hunza’s royal past. Enjoy the taste of simple yet nourishing variety of local cuisines with the soft melodious folk tunes and beats. Theme nights and seasonal bar-be-cue provide interesting choices to discerning plate. Roof Top dinner, offering mesmerizing views of the mighty Karakoram peaks amongst which Rakaposhi presenting an awe inspiring view of nature’s beauty with its full grandeur and the Diran Peak, face to face gracefully wedged at the far end of Sumayar Canyon, are the most spectacular
Needless to speak of, we present Chinese, Continental and Pakistani cuisines both buffet and A La Carte.
Whether you are relaxing in the confirmable bed or dine in the traditional restaurant, you will feel the warm and tender touch of rich cultural heritage of the fabled Hunza valley. The Management of HHE is pioneer in representing and introducing the traditional Hunza cuisine in hospitality industry.
Our hospitality is not limited only to the stay and dine. We have much more to offer you, the thrilling folk shows of shaman dance, sword dances, melodious flute tunes, a theme dinner or a bar-be-cue at the rooftop, a hike or a sightseeing can be arranged.
FACILITIES:
We equipped our Hotels with following modern Comforts:
RESTAURANT:
1. Offering unique savor and healthy organic food from HUNZA, according to its culture and Tradition.
2. Various Continental & Pakistani dishes served.
3. Ala- Carte orders.
4. Japanese food also available.
ROOMS:
1. Mini bar
2. Satellite TV
3. Well furnished rooms.
4. In house & Direct Dialing
5. Wake up call
6. Laundry service
7. Luggage pick & drop
8. Uninterrupted electric power supply
9. Suitable Temperate control facility (AC/ heating system)
10. Room service
11. International stander bathrooms
a. Bath tub
b. Hair dryer
c. Shaving kit
d. Toothpaste & brush
e. Shower cap
f. Shampoo
g. Bath Soap
h. Shower gel
i. Body Lotion
j. Disposable bags
k. Sleeper
l. Sewing Kit
m. Safety Deposit Box
n. Thermos flask for water
o. Pen pad envelop
p. Internet facility in Rooms via Wi-Fi

FRONT DESK FACILITIES:
1. Rent a car
2. Doctor On Call
3. Currency exchange facilities
4. Credit card Visa, Master card accepted
5. Business center: Fax, Internet, Photocopy, electronically documentation.
6. Vehicle parking facility
Hunza View Hotel:
Hunza View Hotel nestles in an amphitheater of peaks in the heart of Hunza a remarkable little kingdom, depicting the image of Shangri-la, is undeniably one of its kind.
Only 100 km from Gilgit & 1 km from the legendary Silk route it is conveniently accessible. The hotel represents a modern oasis of comfort luxury surrounded by breath taking beauty of nature at its best.
Hunza View Hotel offers 10 deluxe rooms 23 double rooms a wide dining hall, all in all 33 rooms, offering mesmerizing views of the mighty Karakoram peaks amongst which mount Rakaposhi presents an awe inspiring view of nature’s beauty with its full grandeur & Diran Peak, face to face gracefully wedged at the far end of Summayr Canyon is most spectacular.
Each room is well equipped with all the standard amenities like color television with satellite programs, mini fridge & marble bathrooms with hot & cold running water.
Dinning:
Hunza View Hotel offers its guest a wide selection of local & continental delicacies with scenic sights of the fabulous Hunza Valley & the surrounding mountains. Theme nights & seasonal barbecue provide interesting choices to the discerning palate

 Hotels 


PTDC MOTEL

Hunza

Tel: 57069 Fax: 05813-457069 Owner: PTDC Motels North Manager: Yar Muhammed

Total Rooms: 28

TARIFF:

Single Room Rs. 2000/- P.D. Double Room Rs. 2500/- to 3000/-



HOTEL HUNZA EMBASSY

Post Off. Karimabad, Northern Area Location: Two & Half Hours Drive From Gilgit

FACILITIES:

T.V. with Dish, H/C Water, Laundry, Banquet/ Meeting Hall, Doctor, Heater, Airport Pick & Drop, Traveller’s Cheques & Credit Cards Accepted, Rent a Car, Hunza Traditional Food with Music.

Tel: 457001, 457002

Fax: 051-5504269, 05821-457132 E-mail: info@hunzabusinesses.com Web: www.hunzabusinesses.com C. E.: Wajid ullah Baig

Manager: Noor-e-Hayat




HUNZA BALTIT INN

Karimabad (Baltistan).

FACILITIES:

H/C water, T.V., Laundry, Doctor, Car Parking, Coffee Shop, Breakfast Intercom, Rent a Car, Heater.

Tel: 457012, 457660

Fax: (05813)- 457661

E- Khushnood.ullah@serena.com.pk Web: www.serenahotels.com Manager: Khushnood Ullah Owner: T.P.S. (Pakistan) Ltd.






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