Hunza Valley
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The visitors
to Hunza are overwhelmed by the rugged charm, the fragrant
breeze singing through graceful poplar trees and the
velvet-like green carpet of wheet fields, set against the
background of snow-covered mountains.
Situated at an elevation of 2,438 meters, Hunza Valley's
tourist season is from May to October. The temperature in May
is maximum 27oC and minimum 14oC. The October temperatures
are: maximum 10oC and minimum 0oC.
Most of the people of Hunza are Islamili Muslims, followers
of His highness the Aga Khan. The local language is Brushuski.
Urdu and English are also understood by most of the people.
Karimabad, the capital of Hunza, offers an awe-inspiring
view of Rakaposhi (7,788 meters). The snows of Rakaposhi
glitter in the moonlight, producing an atmosphere at once
ethereal and sublime.
The fairy-tale like castle of Baltit, above Karimabad, is a
Hanza landmark built about 600 years ago. Stilted on massive
legs, its wooden bay windows look out over the valley.
Originally, it was used the resistance of the Mirs (the title
of the former rulers) of Hunza.
MOUNTAINEERING AND HIKING:
Hunza is ideal for mountaineering, trekking and hiking.
Special permits are required for mountaineering. Please
contact the Tourist Division, Government of Pakistan,
Islamabad.
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