Karimabad (Gilgit Baltistan)
Karimabad, also known as Baltit, is the capital of Hunza Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, located at the distance of 100 km from Gilgit main city on the west bank of the Hunza River. It is the best tourist spot in Pakistan especially Baltiti Fort and Karimabad village are the main attraction of this area.
Karimabad town, located on the west bank of the Hunza River, the landscape of Karimabad is made up of huge steep sloping terraces.
Baltit Fort
It was constructed in 17th century for the daughter of the balti ruler on the top of hill. Fort is presenting in Balti-style with balconies, windows, fireplaces, etc. Tourists can have beautiful scenery view of the fort with broader view of background mountain ranges.
Queen Victoria Monument
At end of Karimabad, The Queen Victoria Monument is erected on a rock, the location is accessible by trekking for about one hour.
Channel walk
It is an irrigation system on Ultar Nala, and attracts tourist to enjoy a walk along the channel with beautiful secenery views around it. The velvety color of channel also adds more attraction in the beauty of the area.
Karimabad Map
