Khaplu Valley | Gilgit Baltistan
Khaplu Valley is the most astonishing and peaceful place in Gilgit Baltistan, Northern areas of Pakistan. It is the administrative capital of Ghanche District and 103 km from Skardu. Khaplu Valley is famous for its cultural, beautiful landscape, natural feel, highest peaks, romantic views of rivers and streams, historical buildings, and diverse traditions. This place is rich in every single aspect of nature that makes khaplu is a dream destination. Khaplu is considered the very coldest place in Pakistan where the temperature drops below -20 degrees centigrade. The incredible view of the autumn season in Khaplu can’t be imagined when the color of trees changed into brown and red. Every changing season has its own beauty which cannot be expressed in words. The town serves as a gateway for trekking expeditions. Thousands of tourists visit Khaplu to see Siachen Glacier and Many famous mountains, such as Masherbrum, K-6, K-7 , Sherpi Kangri, Sia Kangri, Saltoro Kangri, Laila peak, and Amin Brakk, etc. Khaplu valley lies in the heart of Karakorum Mountain Ranges that attract adventurer and nature lovers to the region. Places to visit in Khaplu Valley Just like other valleys of Gilgit Baltistan region Khaplu Valley is also full of beauty and nature, below is the list of top most visited places in Khaplu Valley. Khaplu palace Khaplu Palace is locally known as Yabgo Khar (the Fort on the Roof), because it is at an elevation of 8,500 ft above sea level. Read the full article