Although most people like to get cozy and hide in their blankets during winter, snow can make anyone want to go outside. The Winter season in Pakistan bring an opportunity to enjoy the snow. Spend some quality time at enchanting destinations that are transformed in snow.
Trees covered with snowfall, water droplets on leaves, cold nights, sunny days, crisp autumn leaves, and rain what else you need in winters. There is no scarcity in Pakistan for the beautiful places but northern areas of Pakistan are best for spending winter vacations. There is nothing peaceful and chilled place in Pakistan than in northern areas under Snowfall.
Here is our list of most favorite winter destinations in Pakistan:
1. Murree
Murree aka Malka-e-Kohsar, the queen of hill stations in Pakistan and the best tourist destination. From kids to adults everyone loves Murree and wants to spend holidays here. Murree is the place where you do not need to hire a tour guide and the twin cities tourists can easily visit this place in one day.
Surrounded by lush green mountains, pine forests, scenic views, and pleasant weather attract tourists. The top attraction of Murree, that complete your Murree trip are Kashmir Point, Pindi Point, Mall Road, Patriata, Ayubia, Bhurban, Dunga Gali, Bara Gali, and Sangrela Park. In Murree, many budget-friendly restaurants are available where you can easily satisfy your hunger.
2. Nathia Gali
Nathia Gali, another breathtaking place that you can visit in Winter. A famous hill station in Abbottabad and located in the center of Galyat range. In summers, the weather of Nathia Gali is cold so the travelers visiting this place very often. But in winters, heavy rainfall occurs and the temperature drops to minus degrees.
Nathia Gali is famous for hiking tracks, captivating landscapes, and scenic beauty. Rent houses, hotels, and cottages are available for the tourists and they are not very expensive. St. Matthews Church the historic church in Nathia Gali and it is located near Nathia Gali Park. Recently the government establishes camping pods in Nathia Gali for tourists. Some major tourist attractions in Nathia Gali are Miranjani, Mushkpuri, Samundar Katha Lake, Lalazar Park, and Ayubia National Park.
3. Malam Jabba
Malam Jabba the famous ski resort in Pakistan and the best destination to visit in winter. Every year thousands of tourists not only Pakistani but foreign tourists visit Malam Jabba. Malam Jabba is renowned for zip lining, skiing, ice skating, and cable cars. During winter, visit Malam Jabba and must try skiing. Malam Jabba is not very overcrowded in the winter season. The beauty of Malam Jabba is inexplicable.
4. Kalam Valley
Kalam Valley, the perfect place that you can visit in the winter season. Famous for glacial lakes, snowcapped peaks, majestic landscape, and dazzling Swat River. Located in northern upper reaches of Swat Valley. In winter, the weather of Kalam Valley is too chilly and drop to minus degrees. So bring some more wooly clothes in luggage for Kalam Valley tour.
Usho, Matiltan, and Utror are the mesmerizing valleys and are located near Kalam Valley. So if you have free time then you must visit these valleys. Kundol Lake and Mahodand Lake are also must-visit lakes.
5. Chitral
Chitral, the capital of the Chitral district and a great place for winter holidays. The best spot for skiing and hiking but hiking is not possible in winter due to heavy snowfall. Famous for beautiful landscapes and mountainous regions. Must try Chitrali cuisine and visit the famous Kailash winter festival. In Chitral must visit these amazing sightseeing places which include Kalash Valley, Chitral Fort, Chitral National Park, Bumburet, Chitral Museum, and Shahi Mosque.
6. Naran Kaghan
Naran Kaghan the famous tourist destination in all seasons due to its chilly weather. An ideal place for honeymooners and the best place where you take the best photo shots. Naran Kaghan is the jewel of valleys with beautiful places which include Shogran, Siri Paye, Saiful Malook Lake, Babusar Top, Ansoo Lake, Batakundi, and Lulusar Lake. Must visit Naran bazaar in your Naran Kaghan tour.
7. Naltar Valley
Naltar valley is an isolated valley in the Gilgit region and is known for its lush greenery, green lake, pine trees, and mountains in the Summer. People love to go camping and to get away from the heat. But winter turns this beautiful area into a winter wonderland. Skiing slopes are created by Pak Army which attracts many families and sports lovers. People go to the valley to enjoy heavy snow that turns everything white.
8. Skardu
Skardu is a very famous destination during summers and winter is harsh and people tend to not go there. But Skardu is beautiful; and like nothing else in winters. Unlike other cities and main towns, the Skardu city gets a lot of snow during December and January. This makes life very hard and people tend to stay inside. But during the winters everything around Skardu is different. Lakes are frozen, the river freezes on the banks, mountains are fully covered in snow, the cold forces wild animals to come down from the mountains in search of food. The cold desert is covered in snow. All these things are fascinating an beautiful.
9. Hunza Valley
Hunza Valley, the mountainous valley in Gilgit Baltistan. Many people say Hunza valley is a small piece of paradise on earth and it is no doubt to say because it looks so winsome. The marvelous valley in Pakistan with stunning places which include Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Attabad Lake, Karimabad, Borith lake, Rakaposhi Peak, and Rush Lake that attract the tourists. In Hunza Valley must-visit Nansoq Organic Village and must try the traditional cuisine of Hunza Valley i.e. Chapshuro, mamtu, and Harissa.
10. Ziarat
Ziarat is not in the north of Pakistan yet we couldn’t leave it out of this list!
Ziarat in Balochistan is one of the most beautiful places and the best part is that it is so beautiful in winter. It gets heavy snowfalls and everything gets covered in snow. It is one of the few places in Pakistan’s South that get snow and is a must-visit place.
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