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In the last episode of the four-part series, we will take a look at the beauties of Deoasai Plateau, Hunza and Neelum Valley. Deoasai Plateau (Skardu) After Tibet, it is the second highest plateau in the world and tundra like landscape bursts into life in summers with a large variety of blossoming flowers. It offers […]
In the second installment of the four-part series, we will briefly discuss the scenic beauty of The Kaghan Valley, Lake Saiful Malook and Shandur Pass. The Kaghan Valley The Kaghan Valley is a beautiful valley in the north-east of Mansehra District that attracts many tourists from not only within the country but also from across the globe. Its […]
Pakistan is often depicted in the west as a country of hard-line Islamic fundamentalists, terror training camps, subjugated women and cricket cheaters. In such circumstances, it can seem a hard sell to the potential tourist. Only a few people speak about the country’s fascinating diversity, its well-kept Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist shrines, the dazzlingly high […]
US initiates Open Skies Agreement with Suriname On June 21, delegations representing the United States and the Republic of Suriname initialed the text of a U.S.-Suriname Open Skies Agreement. Upon entry into force, the Agreement will liberalize the two countries’ bilateral aviation relationship. This agreement strengthens and expands US trade and tourism links with Suriname, […]
The Hill of Crosses, also known as the Mecca of Lithuania is situated about 13 km from Šiauliai, the fourth largest city in Northern Lithuania. Its origin dates back to 1236, when the city was founded to defend the area from the attacks of the Teutonic Knights, which does not get as they conquered the […]
Pakistan’s swirling tourism industry and the ramifications of Global War on Terror Now better known for its regular suicide bombings and as a haven for the world’s most-wanted terrorists, Pakistan hardly qualifies as a favorite tourist destination. But that doesn’t mean Pakistani authorities have given up on luring foreign visitors. Pakistan possesses plenty […]
An insight into Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan and impact of Military Operation The Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) has a historic background. FATA comprises of 7 agencies namely Bajaur, Mohmand, Orakzai, Kurram, South Waziristan, North Waziristan and Khyber and six FRs (Frontier Regions) namely FR Peshawar, FR Kohat, FR Tank, FR Banu, […]
PTDC runs into financial crisis: unable to pay salaries to the employs Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation, the Government body which overlooks the development of tourism in the country is now following in the footsteps of the other “endangered” institutions of the country like the PIA and the Railways and the financial liabilities have now […]
Pakistan opens up Tourism Stall at the ExCel London 2011 World Tourism Mart Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tourism Ministry finally jolted into action on the direct instructions of the Minister for Tourism, Sports, Archaeology and Youth Affairs Syed Aqil Shah to set up a Pakistan Tourism Stall at the ExCel London 2011 World Tourism Mart on […]
Explore Pakistan – (Part I): Hunza Valley Hunza is a place at the northern end of Pakistan. This valley is situated at an elevation of 2,238 meters (7,999 feet). It is a popular tourist destination in Pakistan because of spectacular scenery of the mountain ranges like Rakaposhi, Oltar Sar, Bojahagur Dunasr, Ghenta Peak, Hunza Peak, […]
Pakistan Cycling Federation institutes three events a year after the success of Kaghan Cycling event Following in the footsteps of a successfully organized cycling event in the Kaghan valley in September this year, Pakistan Cycling Federation (PCF) has now decided to hold at least three international cycling events in the year starting from 2012. […]
Pakistan – The land of the Pure Pakistan has been on the verge of being tourism’s ‘next big thing’ for more years than we care to remember. It’s a destination that has so much to offer visitors; a drive through the Karakoram Highway will let you see the endless peaks of the Karakoram Mountains, or […]
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