If you are planning a trip to Pakistan and are wondering where the first organic village is, you can read our article on Nangsoq, the first organic village in Pakistan. Here we'll tell you about the flora and climate of this area, where the locals live in pure harmony with the natural environment. The organic way of life is also evident in the village, which still uses the windmill to grind wheat.
wooden board entrance of organic village in Skardu |
History
Nangsoq is the old name of this village in Skardu city. Later the whole community and some NGOs decided to change its name and called it as First Organic Village in 2004. Later on, it becomes a popular tourist destination in Skardu valley.
Organic village Skardu full view form top of peaks |
Organic village Nangsoq in Skardu, Baltistan, is a
pioneering project in promoting sustainability. The local residents are
committed to helping the environment by producing organic food and other goods.
The first Organic Village Nangsoq Skardu Pakistan
If you're looking for a peaceful and serene retreat in the heart of Skardu, you should explore Nangsoq, the first organic village in Pakistan. This unique community was purposefully created to cultivate organic vegetables, raise livestock, and promote environmental awareness. You can reach Nangsoq by hiking from Kharpocho fort or its surroundings.
Skardu City view From way towards organic village |
As you walk through the village, you'll see the local home industries that were once commonplace. Accessible only by foot, Nangsoq is protected from the outside world and is a place where people live simply, grow organic vegetables, and stay in the traditional Balti style. However, this unique setting is not for everyone.There are around 70 to 80 families settled there.
vegetables forms in organic village skardu valley |
There is a large number of locals and foreigners coming to visit these places every year. They can feel the nature of this village and also feel how these people spend their life here were no any modern facilities. There is It's an old village and people are settled here even before the Skardu city. The small town has thoughts of the past of hundreds of years earlier. Life is very simple here. Due to being pure and close to nature its called the organic village. Hand-made industries are made up of ancient wooden and organic tools in every home for making handicrafts and daily life usages. People are very Hardworking and very hospitality.
Local Chara Making in organic village Skardu |
How To Reach Organic Valley Skardu:
This organic village is round about 3km away from
Skardu city. If you're a nature lover and love hiking, you should consider
visiting the organic village of Nangsoq,. This small village was developed
specifically to promote organic farming practices. You can reach Nangsoq by
trekking from the nearby neighborhood of Kharpocho fort. You'll encounter
wooden bridges along the way.
Trekking from the nearby neighborhood of Kharpocho fort |
If you've ever been to Skardu, you'll recognize the famous Kharpocho fort as the most well-known sight in the region. From the fort, the village is a mere forty-minute trek away, along a path of rivers and mountains. It's a harrowing experience, especially for visitors who've never walked on a mountain.
Indus River View from Organic village |
Visit the organic village in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
to get a glimpse of how sustainable living is possible in the Himalayas. This
acclaimed mountaineering village sits atop a river valley, overlooking the Rock
of Skardu and a thriving organic farming community. The Skardu Fort was written
about by Australian mountaineer Greg Child.
Village street made by Woods and bundle of sticks' |
List of facilities available in organic village Skardu.
1-Organic sheep's Farms
2-Natural Water spring
3-Sitting Area
4-Trout fish Farm (Rainbow fish)
5-Croup Production Area
6-Organic Poultry
7-Organic Restaurants
8-Camping Area
9-Toilet
10-Village Housing
sitting area of organic village skardu |
Instruction for the visitor form the community sides:
1-Respect the local customers
2-Don't go into the residence area
3-Avoid creating over pollution
4-Dispose off the garbage into the bins
5-Try to keep clean the environments
6-In case of any problems or suggestion contacts us.
water reservoirs organic village skardu |
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