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Colors of Katpana (Cold Desert)
Katpana Desert (Cold Desert) at Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan is the world's highest desert.

Credits: Talha Rizwan‎

The Karakoram Highway is simply one of the best roads in the world to drive. We Have been on a road that really excited us with Incredible views, death defying drops. It holds the record as the highest paved road in the world reaching an altitude of 4,693m and cuts through some of the most dramatic mountain scenery on the planet, cutting through three of the world’s highest ranges; the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindu Kush mountains. Its construction started in 1966 and took 13 years to complete.

12 Dec

Biker Girl Forges own Path in Pakistan

Admin | Gilgit Baltistan |

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.

21 Aug

Mamtu - A Cusine from Gilgit-Baltistan (recipe)

Awais Jibran | Gilgit Baltistan |

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