Famous Tourist Attractions: Attabad Lake
Attabad Lake in Pakistan is one of the most famous tourist
attraction sites from Hunza valley. The site has been surrounded on four sides
by different mountains and valleys, hence they are not easy to access by road
and only a few vehicles could pass through them.
This place should be visited due to its unique features like lush
green hills and deep blue waters that make you feel your mind full.
Attabad Lake is located at an altitude of 6,848 feet (2,912
meters). It lies on the edge of Chilas River, so travelers can enjoy stunning
sunrises over this beautiful scene.
However, this site also has some difficulties related to traffic
control: there is a long hike from Marvel Chowk towards Zuluk Hill top and then
back down; if you want to get down from the hill and start hiking, you need to
take off all the shoes before reaching the bottom. Also, this location has no
electricity or sewage system so all these facilities can be difficult to come
by.
So, here is everything you need to know about reaching Attabad Lake:
Best time to go to Attabad Lake
The best time to go from Islamabad to Attabad Lake is early
morning. There will be lots of light from the sunset, and it is necessary to
stay up late because of the lack of traffic. You can reach the peak in just
five hours from Islamabad, and you can walk up after lunch.
Just check out this article to get more details about this route.
Some buses that depart from Islamabad leave from here and pick up the tourists
on return.
Cost to visit Attabad Lake
For those who arrive in Attabad lake late night and can’t find a
way home after midnight, we recommend renting an Airbnb near Chilas to spend
the night. The cost here ranges between $1500-$3999 per week depending on how
many rooms you book; we suggest taking two bedrooms.
Travelling to Attabad Lake
In order to reach Attabad Lake, we recommend traveling through
Faisalabad. From there, head to Kaimak village and continue southward towards
Sost, where you can enjoy panoramic views along with a good restaurant overlooking
Hunza and the river.
Once you arrive on Mount Zulfiqar, you can take another bus
southwards and visit Hunza and Dir. Another option for reaching Attabad Lake is
from Islamabad that stops by Badshahi Mosque and Dir in Mardan District.
Attractions in Attabad Lake
Attabad Lake is popular as one of the main tourism destinations in
Hunza Valley. Its beauty makes you feel the importance of being around nature
and water. The Park area is filled with waterfalls, glacial streams, and
colorful flowers; this scenery is certainly worth visiting. Moreover, the
forest inside this lake provides you with amazing flora and fauna.
Hotels and Accommodations at Attabad Lake
The visitor-friendly hotels of these areas have low-cost rooms with
cheap food offerings; the rates depend on the number of guests. For instance,
hotels such as Sheraton Hotel and Residence Inn are generally cheaper than any
other type of accommodation. So, if you are looking for a good room for
spending time, these might be good options.
Activities at Attabad Lake to spend Vacation
Here are some activities that would please you on your journey to
Attabad Lake:
Go
In addition to seeing the natural wonders along the Hunza Valley
wall, enjoy the view of mountain range from the top.
Visit Khunjerab Pass and see the snow-capped peaks above.
Enjoy the peace of surrounding landscapes and rivers together with
having delicious cuisines available almost anywhere.
Take part in adventure
Here you will encounter plenty of opportunities for exploring,
whether you want to climb volcanoes nearby or try skiing in the scenic Hunza
Valley.
See what the locals have to
Most of the local residents were excited and eager to welcome you,
so meet them and learn their stories about why they love the lake and its
neighboring regions.
Experience authentic Pakistani cuisine!
Hunza Lake is known worldwide for its incredible food, so don’t
forget to eat it! The region has several wonderful restaurants prepared with
tasty meals, which are often served at fair prices and are recommended by many
visitors.
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