Hunza Valley: The snowy mountain in background is Rakapos...| Destination Pakistan

Hunza Valley: The snowy mountain in background is Rakaposhi (7788m) also known as Dumani ("Mother of Mist"). It is ranked 27th highest in the world and 12th highest in Pakistan

Gilgit Baltistan blogs

21 Aug

Mamtu - A Cusine from Gilgit-Baltistan (recipe)

Awais Jibran | Gilgit Baltistan | #Food #Hunza

Mamtu (a.k.a Mantu) are little dumplings which are used as perfect starters or great party food. They are easy to make and fun for children too. In this article, we will devise its recipe using the readily available wonton wrappers. They are served with yogurt and parsley and black pepper, vinegar, chili sauce

12 Dec

Biker Girl Forges own Path in Pakistan

Admin | Gilgit Baltistan | #GilgitBaltistan #SopheeSmiles

When a young woman decides to reach for the stars and challenge social, cultural and familial expectations along the way, she usually faces two responses: encouragement backed by enthusiastic support or doubt laced with disapproval. Personally, I’m on the “You go girl!” team.

23 Jun

A Drive to Hunza in April

Awais Jibran | Gilgit Baltistan | #APRIL2017 #DriveToHunzaApril2k17

Driving to Hunza via Karakoram Highway is a wonderful experience for someone who is keen to explore. Driving this route, one experiences the diverse nature the country possess. Among the many, there are Plain lands of Hassanabdal, Pine jungles of Chattar Plains, Tea gardens of Shinkiari, Green Hills of Kohistan, Fresh springs in Shangla, Rugged mountains of Chilas, Snowy mountains of Hunza, The Mighty Indus River, the Attabad Lake, Glacier of Passu and a lot more which I can not mention here.