Interesting Facts about Hunza Valley Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan | Beauties' of Hunza Valley | Travel and tour to Hunza | Explore Hunza Valley

If you've ever dreamed of hiking on the peaks of Gilgit Baltistan, you've probably heard of the Hunza Valley. This mountainous region is home to some of Pakistan's most famous glaciers, including the Batura and Hussaini Glaciers. Many visitors to the region come to explore the glaciers, which attract thousands of tourists each year.

Altit Fort

Located in the scenic Hunza Valley of Gilgit Baltistan, Altit Fort is the perfect getaway for tourists. This historic site is filled with quaint rooms and beautiful views. The fort's royal garden, with its traditional cure cooking drum, is one of the most beautiful sights in the region. You can also relax in the luxury huts and take in the panoramic views of the Hunza Valley.

Altit Fort

Borith Lake

Visitors to Gilgit-Baltistan should not miss a trip to Borith Lake, situated at 2,600 meters above sea level. The lake is home to a number of beautiful migratory birds and can be visited by boat or by foot. Birdwatchers should visit the lake during the winter as its turquoise water looks like shards of glass. Small restaurants are located near the lakeside.

Borith Lake

Marco Polo sheep

The Marco-Polo sheep is a protected species that lives in the Hunza Valley of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. This region is home to rare species such as Marco-Polo sheep, ibex, urial, blue sheep, snow leopard, and lynx. The park was established in 1975 on the recommendations of famous zoologist George Schaller. As a result, the park's wildlife management board has auctioned off 70 hunting permits for the 2014-15 hunting season, which runs from November to April.

Chapshurro meat pies

While you're in the area, make sure to try the local cuisine and try the famous Chapshurro meat pies. These hearty meat pies are filled with goat's milk cheese and are one of the mainstays of the Hunza and Balti cuisines. Here's a look at some of the best examples of Chapshurro.

Chapshro Hunza Food

The Hunza Valley, located in Northern Gilgit Baltistan, is an extraordinary region surrounded by mountains and covered with lush green trees. The area has a rich Buddhist history and has preserved archeological sites. The local population has a 100% literacy rate. They care about their valley and are surrounded by beautiful meadows and lush green trees. Visitors to Hunza are greeted by a spectacular view of the valley and the surrounding mountains.

Hunza Valley

Orchards

If you want to visit the Hunza valley, you must do so during the
spring cherry blossom season. The valley erupts with pink and white blossoms, creating an idyllic carpet of blooms. The trees that begin to bloom include apricots, peaches, pears, and cherries, though apricots are more common. They are known as the legend fruit of the valley and were the main source of food during ancient times.

Spring cherry blossom season

                       Fruits of Hunza Gilgit Baltistan

Almonds

The famous Almonds grown in Gilgit-Baltistan are exported throughout the world. There are over 24 varieties of this popular fruit in this region. They are prized for their sweetness, aroma, and taste. The region is also famous for its mulberries and black juice-filled cherries. Moreover, the fertile soil and abundant water resources of the Gilgit region make it an ideal location for almond cultivation.

Walnuts

The region is famous for its nuts and is known for their roasted and mashed walnut cakes. In Hunza Valley, these nuts are popular among the locals. You can also taste the traditional food cooked in stone pots more than 200 years old. It's not just the nuts that are popular here; you can also eat other dishes such as the Chap shurro meat pie.

Grapes

The Hunza Valley is known for its abundance of fresh fruit. This region is known for its apple orchards, where you can sample various varieties of delicious fruit. These fruits range from crisp and juicy to sweet and sour. This region is also home to many other exotic fruits, such as apricots and almonds. Grapes are the most common fruit grown in the area, but you can also try quince, a sour and juicy variety.

Famous-fruits-of-hunza

Literacy rate

While the overall literacy rate in Pakistan hovers just over 50%, the Hunza literacy rate is nearly eighty percent, and some sources even claim that the figure is even higher. According to a study conducted by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), this literacy rate is a key factor in Hunza's economic prosperity. The region is home to several large religious and cultural communities, including the Ismailis, who are a persecuted minority and have historically been targeted by the Pakistani state for their religion. Despite this lack of employment opportunities, however, women in Hunza have started a grassroots eco-feminist movement and are now working to promote gender equality in the region.

Hunza Valley