All 10 districts of GB
From the apricot valleys of Hunza to the K2 approach through Shigar — explore every district with its major points and access notes.
Capital & gateway
Gilgit
The administrative heart of GB and the main hub for onward travel to Hunza, Skardu, Chitral and beyond.
ExploreLand of Rakaposhi
Hunza
Terraced orchards, ancient forts and the iconic view of Rakaposhi (7,788 m) rising above the Karakoram Highway.
ExploreGlacier country
Nagar
Home to Hopar, Hispar and Rush Lake — one of the highest alpine lakes on earth.
ExploreValley of lakes
Ghizer
A chain of turquoise lakes, trout streams and the legendary Shandur Pass polo ground.
ExploreBase of the giants
Skardu
Gateway to K2 and the Baltoro giants — cold deserts, alpine lakes and the mighty Indus.
ExploreFort & fruit valley
Shigar
Restored royal fort, apricot orchards and the road that leads to Askole and the K2 trailhead.
ExploreIndus emerald bend
Kharmang
Green riverbanks and waterfalls along the Indus toward the Line of Control.
ExploreDoorstep of the Karakoram
Ghanche
Khaplu palace, Hushe valley and the trailhead to Masherbrum and Nangma.
ExploreNanga Parbat's east face
Astore
Rama meadow, Deosai plateau and the towering Rupal face of Nanga Parbat.
ExploreNanga Parbat gateway
Diamer
Fairy Meadows, Babusar Top and the Chilas rock petroglyphs along the ancient Silk Route.
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