| At a distance of 220
km from Islamabad and 4 hours journey, lies Balakot, the ‘Gateway’ to
the Kaghan Valley. The town lies on the bank of the River
Kunhar
and serves as a market for the surrounding villages. With
its moderate climate, Balakot is famous for the shrines of
the renowned
Martyrs, Syed Ahmad Shaheed and Shah Ismail Shaheed Brailvi.
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The PTDC Motel and restaurant
facilities are ideally located. The Motel offers Telephone,
Rent-A-Jeep and Tourist Information facilities.
THRILLING: Apart from the thrilling chairlift ride, one can
visit Nathiagali and climb either of the two peaks of Mushkpuri
and Miranjani. Alternatively, one can visit Murree and Bhurban
or walk along the famous water supply pipeline, passing through
Ayubia National Park. |