When I told my friends and family I was traveling to Pakistan, there was a mixed reaction. There are many reasons why you should travel to Pakistan. The spectacular scenery, friendly locals, incredible food and more, we’ll give it a name here.
Pakistan has accumulated negative perceptions in the media that travelers are either safe or unprepared to visit. Certainly, there is a difficult past that guarantees such careful recognition from outsiders, but in Pakistan, which exists today, I argue that this recognition is outdated and unfair. Many countries are safe to travel, and Pakistanis are keen to show travelers their country and culture. For all reasons, there are many more reasons to visit Pakistan rather than * to travel to Pakistan.
Magnificent landscape
When I started publishing photos from my trip to Pakistan On Instagrammany of the comments were unbelievable: “Is this in Pakistan?” It was a general feeling. Certainly, this is Pakistan. High mountains, plateau plains, deserts and spectacular landscapes make up the Pakistan landscape. The Karakolam Mountains, adjacent to Pakistan, India and China in the north, are some of the most epic scenes I have seen in the world.
Pakistani Tea Culture
If there is one thing I know that I will never tire of it, it is Chaithi and if you are on the same side of the fence, Pakistan is the place for you. Chait is a Pakistani in its own right, and I rarely finish a meal that was not served with chai, especially when I eat with the locals. Pakistan ranks 7th in the world’s best tea consumer countries, so you can find chai in all restaurants.
Himalayan
If you have appeared climbing the Himalayas but prefer to visit less populated areas of the mountain range, Pakistan is the perfect choice for loneliness climbers. Mount Everest is of course the highest point in the Himalayas, but in Pakistan the glorious Nanga Parbat, located to the west of the mountain range, is one of the most popular climbs in the country. Trekking to base camp in Nanga Parbat can be completed in a day or two after first making your way Fairy meadow Then you complete a 4-hour trek to base camp.
A lifetime adventure
If there is one thing you remember about Pakistan, it is how adventurous you become. There was no day when everything went according to the plan, but the longer you spend in Pakistan, the more you realize it is half the fun. On the day we drove in our jeeps on the side of a thin cliff on our way to the fairy meadow, I remember looking up at the sky and saying prayers to arrive literally safe. That was one of them “How did you agree to this?” moment. But every thrill, every rush of adrenaline, rewarded with dividends as you please every day, but perhaps unconsciously take part in a lifelong adventure. I truly believe, if not impossible, if that’s why it’s not impossible to excite my experience in Pakistan.
Friendly locals
I have heard of many countries before Pakistan, but when I say that Pakistan is home to some of the most welcoming, humble and happy people I have come across, I sincerely mean it. Of all the faces I asked to take a photo, I was never asked for money. In all the time we were in traffic without food or water, there were always people who were happy to offer free meals and chai tea and welcomed us into a family-like home.
Gain an understanding of Islam
Pakistan was created as a “global centre for political and Islam,” making it one of the best places to learn about the history of religions in the region and around the world. Despite your own beliefs (I am a Christian), understanding and educating yourself about the religions that were misunderstood in the West is never a bad thing, and I was asking my guide ATTA for clarification as we walked through the country. He was happy to answer my (infinite) questions. I learned a lot about both Islam and Pakistan’s problematic history, and was in the country and talked to locals.x
Adventure travels like it used to be
Adventure travel has changed dramatically over the past decade, and it is often the norm in Pakistan to be considered illegal in Western countries. If you see a barrier (usually before a steep cliff descends), it will not be found. If you expect a road that fits comfortably for two cars (it’s often on the side of a steep cliff again), you often find a road wide enough for one car. For some reason, it all works.
Cutting from the world
Not only is it next to No-Wi-Fi, but even if you get a SIM card (a rather painful task, prophecy), there are also limited cell services so limited you won’t be connected on the streets, so when I say I’ve been separated from the world throughout my time in northern Pakistan. I would encourage you to truly separate yourself from the rest of the world, embracing the opportunity to enhance your senses and enjoy the present. After all, this is truly a lifelong adventure.
Heritage Hotel
When I arrived in Pakistan, I didn’t expect much as a accommodation but was surprised by the beautiful heritage hotel I stayed in along the way. This is a country that can guarantee your money will grow even further, so if you are looking for affordable luxury, Pakistan is the perfect country to splurge on. The Serena hotels are as luxurious as it would get, and you’ll find them all across the country (my favorite was the Kapur Palace in Gilgit-Baltistan).
Influences from other times
Pakistan feels like a passing of time, and despite a country founded only in 1947, Pakistan’s geographical location means it was influenced by Iran, Turkey and Tibet, and even find evidence of Buddhism, now a nearly exclusive Islamic state.
Central Asia without crowds
Despite the recent rise in popularity in neighbouring India, Pakistan has “has a negative image in the media and remains an undesirable destination for tourists, making it a very undiscovered destination. With the political situation currently under control, Pakistan has gained traction as an adventure trip destination, but for now it remains the way to see and experience Central Asia without crowds.