Skardu — Gateway to the Karakoram
Skardu, located in the Baltistan Division, sits where the Indus and Shayok Rivers meet. It serves as a gateway to some of the world’s tallest and most famous mountains. Skardu Valley provides access to peaks like K2, Gasherbrum, and K3. The region is known for its warm hospitality and welcoming nature toward visitors.
Famous Tourist Spots: Skardu is home to several destinations, including Kharpocho Fort, Buddha Rock (Manthal), Sadpara, Kachura Lake,and Shangrila Lake. Beautiful valleys such as Chunda, Basho, and Bilamik are also worth exploring. Visitors can marvel at the golden sands of Katpana Desert and enjoy the clear water of Hargisa streams.
Popular Activities: Visitors can enjoy trekking, fishing, boating, skiing, paragliding, rock climbing, trophy hunting, and mountain biking in this region.
Must-Visit Spots: Kharpocho Fort, Manthal Rock (Buddha Rock), Shigar Fort, Shangrila Lake, Sadpara Lake, Kachura Lake, and the valleys of Chunda, Basho, and Bilamik are among the highlights.
Other Attractions
Khaplu Fort: An old fort and palace located in Khaplu, district Ghanche. It was built in the mid-19th century, replacing an earlier fort located nearby.
Manthokha Waterfall: Manthokha Waterfall is a natural attraction located in the Kharmang Valley, approximately 80 kilometers from Skardu in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan.
Sarfaranga Cold Desert: Sarfaranga Cold Desert, also known as the Cold Desert Skardu, is located in the Shigar valley of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
📍 Skardu Map
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