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  Gulmit - Biocrawler   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-23)
Gulmit is the capital of the Gojal Tehsil, in the upper Hunza region of the Gilgit territory in the Northern Areas of Pakistan.
Before 1974, when Hunza was a state, Gulmit used to be the Summer Capital of the state.
Gulmit is a centuries-old historic town, with mountains, peaks and glaciers.
www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Gulmit   (277 words)

  
  YourArt.com >> Encyclopedia >> Gulmit   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-23)
Gulmit is the headquarter of the Gojal Tehsil, in the upper Hunza region of the Gilgit territory in the Northern Areas of Pakistan.
Before 1974, when Hunza was a state, Gulmit used to be the Summer Capital of the state.
Gulmit is a centuries-old historic town, with mountains, peaks and glaciers.
www.yourart.com /research/encyclopedia.cgi?subject=/Gulmit   (297 words)

  
 Gulmit Gojal Upper Hunza Travel Information Pakistan
Gulmit is a fertile plateau with irrigated fields growing maize, wheat and potatoes besides the orchids of Apricots, Apples Walnuts and peaches.
Gulmit to Boreet Lake: Scenic walk along the irrigation canal that goes across to Gulkin Glacier, Glacier can be a little rough for some people but one can always return back without feeling bad as the walk upto the glacier is just as scenic as it is after.
Gulmit to Gilgit is a very scenic drive on Karakorum Highway the road is very pictureque and has a lot to offer..
www.travel-culture.com /pakistan/gulmit.shtml   (312 words)

  
 sasgulmit
Gulmit, situated at a distance of almost 100 Kms from Gilgit, is the capital of Gojal.
These traditional divisions are just for the purpose of identificaiton otherwise Gulmit works as a unit and Gulmitiks(as the inhabitants of Gulmit call themselves) are proud of this fact.
The significance of this village is furthur increased by the fact that after the demise of the Mirs, Government of Pakistan kept the old status of Gulmit intact.
groups.msn.com /sasgulmit/yourwebpage.msnw   (169 words)

  
 GULMIT | The emerging model of civil society
Gulmit Tower is the most beautiful peak of the region.
Standing tall in the heart of Shatubar Glacier, this triangular peak is often mistaken for lady finger of Karim Abad.
Gulmit is special because it is not the name of only one village.
www.freewebs.com /gul-e-gulmit/touristspots.htm   (565 words)

  
 Gulmit
According to this field survey Gulmit is the largest village in Gojal (Upper Hunza) by size and population.
Gulmit plays a central role in provision of goods and services to neighboring villages and also provides some specialized services to entire Gojal, which consists of about 25 villages.
The second higher center is Aliabad Hunza, and the next largest center is Gilgit, which provide large market and various specialized services to different valleys, Hunza, Nager, and Ghizer.
www.hussaini.20m.com /whats_new.html   (231 words)

  
 Gulmit, Gojal - Upper Hunza Valley - Pakistan
We were to later find out that this same glacier had caused a blockage of the Hunza River in 1992 which completely cut off the valley for over a year.
Gulmit was the `perfect spot' on this trip.
While there is a concentration of houses and a few shops near the KKH and around the polo grounds, residences surrounded by fields make up the majority of the settlement.
www.mango.itgo.com /gojal_gulmit.htm   (750 words)

  
 Gulmit - Hunza Travel Guide - VirtualTourist.com
Manager at the hotel told us that in 2000 several Germans visited who went high on the Gulmit tower and para-glidded back There are various options avaiable in almost all small hamlets for one to trek/hike.
Gulmit has some of the most friendly people in the whole Hunza Valley.
While we were walking up to a village we saw a bunch of kids playing crickett under the apricot-trees, and while we talked a little to them, some parents came to join us and some older kids.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Asia/Pakistan/Hunza-1313273/Off_the_Beaten_Path-Hunza-Gulmit-BR-1.html   (681 words)

  
 Our Hunza Adventure
Our final destination in Hunza was the little village of Gulmit, the summer residence of the Mir of Hunza and much less developed than Karimabad.
The visual highlight of the Gulmit may be the Cathedral Peaks (above).
Because of Aga Khan development work, they are far better educated than most village women in Pakistan and could speak good Urdu and reasonable English, in addition to their local language which, surprisingly, seemed very different from the language spoken just down the road in Karimabad.
www.hallman.org /hallman/hunza/page7.html   (239 words)

  
 Silk Road Tour - Packages
Upon arrival in Gulmit transfer to the Silk Route Lodge.
Evening walk tour of the peaceful village of Gulmit and a visit to the small museum and the old Hunza house.
After an early breakfast drive throughthe beautiful upper Hunza valley to the Pakistani checkpost at Sust passing the huge glaciers of Passu and Batura (5th largest in the world) and with incredible views of numerous 7000m peaks.
www.silk-road-china.com /grand-silk-road.htm   (888 words)

  
 Pakistan - Der Karakorum Highway   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-23)
Day 04 GILGIT / GULMIT (B,L,D) The drive today (150km/4hr) is probably the loveliest along Hunza river passing by picturesque quaint villages with apricot, mulberry, apple and peach orchards and tiers of poplar trees.
You arrive at Gulmit, a quaint little village along Hunza River and nestled amidst spectacular mountains with excellent day hike opportunities.
Day 06 Gulmit – Khunjerab Pass - Hunza (B,L,D) Expect one of the most spectacular journeys as we make the excursion to Khunjerab Pass.
www.axn-travel.com /himalaya/g/pak/sights/pak1.shtml   (636 words)

  
 Deosai Plains Jeep Safari 1 | desoai plains | deosai plains pakistan | deosai plains jeep safari pakistan | deosai ...
Morning leave for Gulmit the winter resort of rulers of Hunza and especially famous for the winter migratory bird hunt.
En route to Gulmit observe the famous BUBLI peak from Ganish and ancient Calyglyphics near Ganish village and then proceed to Gulmit.
Drive morning from Gulmit towards Gilgit on KKH and around Mount Rakaposhi and reach Gilgit the Capital Of Northern Areas of Pakistan having a cosmopolitan small city with bustling business areas, good for local handicrafts.
www.infohub.com /TRAVEL/SIT/sit_pages/15984.html   (873 words)

  
 Pakistani Culture Pakistani Pictures Pakistani Language
This transfer is more like an excursion as there are many photogenic points and we need to stop and see the magnificent scenery of the Karakorums.
As we leave Karimabad we stop at the rock drawings on the road, later we stop at Gulmit to see a great view of the cathedral and Gulmit tower mountains.
If you are not taking the Khunjerab pass you must drive upto Passu for those (must See) views of the Karakorums in Gulmit and Passu.
www.paktaste.com /travel_pakistan/hunza.htm   (564 words)

  
 *** Adventure Tours Pakistan - Biking - Bicycling Along Karakoram Highway ***
The most remarkable bike trip in the world, KKH Bike Tour, takes one through an area said to be the inspiration behind James Hilton's Shangri-La, Hunza.
The KKH connects Pakistan with China and is considered an engineering feat as it winds through the narrow gorges of this remote mountain kingdom.
We are then transported by jeeps to the top of Khujerab Pass in two days with an overnight hotel stay at Gulmit or Sost.
www.atp.com.pk /biking/kkh-bike-trip.htm   (299 words)

  
 VUPak-History
Most remarkable bike trip in the world, Karakoram highway bike tour, takes one through and area said to be inspiration behind James Hilton's Shangrila, Hunza.
This 20 days bike trip traverses the complete length of the increditble vallies of Gilgit, Hunza, Gulmit, Skardu, Khaplu, Naran and Murree hills by way of the Karakoram highway.
The Karakoram highway connects Pakistan with china and is considered and engineering feat as it winds through the narrow gorges of this remote mountain kingdom.
www.vupak.com /mountain_bike.htm   (110 words)

  
 Marcopolo Inn Gulmit Gulmit
Hotel is owned and operated by the Ex Raja of Gulmit who also has a museum of the artifacts from the olden kingship days in the hotel.
Gulmit offers beautiful and apectacular short walks to Kamris, Andhra and Gulkin as well as long walks over the Gulkin glacier to Borith Lake.
At Gulmit, the Hunza river can be crossed over traditional suspended bridge which leads to Shish kat.
www.travel-culture.com /pakistan/ht/marco_polo_inn_gulmit.shtml   (424 words)

  
 Deosai Plains Jeep Safari 2 | Deosai plains pakistan | doesai plain pakistan | jeep safari deosai plains pakistan | 4x4 ...
Morning leave for Gulmit the winter resort of rulers of Hunza and specially famous for the winter migratory bird hunt.
Enroute to Gulmit observe the famous BUBLI peak from Ganish and ancient Calyglyphics near Ganish village and then proceed to Gulmit.
Drive morning from Gulmit towards Gilgit on KKH and around Mount Rakaposhi and reach Gilgit The Capital Of Northern Areas of Pakistan having a cosmopolitan small city with bustling business areas.
www.infohub.com /TRAVEL/SIT/sit_pages/15985.html   (874 words)

  
 Mountain Voices: PAKISTAN: Testimony: Amjad
After two years there, inspired by an older male relative who was already studying in Karachi, he decided to go to Karachi to continue his studies.
After two years in Gulmit, he decided to go to Karachi together with an older relative, one of the first Shimshalis to be educated outside.
Living arrangements in Karachi of people from Gulmit, Shimshal and Passu: “In 1973 we were about 70 people and along with guests it used to be around 80 in all.
www.mountainvoices.org /Summary.asp?id=591   (956 words)

  
 The Ultimate Gulmit Dog Breeds Information Guide and Reference
Gulmit is the capital of the Gojal Tehsil, in the upper Hunza region of the Gilgit territory in the Northern Areas of Pakistan.
Gulmit Educatinal and Social Welfare Society (GESW) 2.
Gulmit Young Stars Sports Club and Students Welfare Organization (GYSCandSWA) By Noor Muhamamd (Azar) BBA SZABIST-Karachi
www.dogluvers.com /dog_breeds/Gulmit   (288 words)

  
 JEEP SAFARI PAKISTAN | hotel in islamabad | flight to islamabad | car rent in islamabad | pakistan swat valley | k2 ...
Excursion to the Khunjerab Pass (4,733m), the world's highest metalled road on the KKH linking Pakistan and China.
On return visit traditional Hunza family home at Passu before proceeding to our hotel.
4 hours to the small village (above Gulmit) of Khumaris and on to Ghulkin Village.
www.infohub.com /TRAVEL/SIT/sit_pages/15210.html   (397 words)

  
 Karakoram Highway Adventure
After lunch, we'll drive to Gulmit, and the magnificent valley of Hunza.
We'll explore the Hunza valley then drive to Gulmit, a fertile plateau with irrigated fields along the KKH.
Drive from Gulmit to Passu where I'll spend some time visiting friends at the Tadjik village and photographing the spectacular Passu Cones nearby.
www.biobio.com /kkhup.html   (1101 words)

  
 Lovely view, in Khunjerab 2000, 4x4 Offroaders Club Karachi
I could swear this is from that hotel's balcony right on the bank of the Indus with the KKH just on the left of this picture.
I'm not sure of the exact place where this picture was taken, but Gulmit is on the left bank of the Indus going North.
The Cathedral peaks visible in the distance are before Gulmit, so I dont't think its Gulmit.
offroadpakistan.com /pictures/khunjerab_2000/lovely_view.html   (279 words)

  
 Gulmit Travel Blogs
The separation in 1947 of British India into the Muslim state of Pakistan (with two sections West and East) and largely Hindu India was never satisfactorily resolved, and India and Pakistan have fought two wars - in 1947-48 and 1965 - over the disputed Kashmir territory.
The dispute over the state of Kashmir is ongoing, but recent discussions and confidence-building measures may be a start toward lessened tensions.
Asia » Pakistan »; Northern Areas » Gulmit
www.travelblog.org /Asia/Pakistan/Northern-Areas/Gulmit   (279 words)

  
 Family Packages
Departure for Gulmit, upper Hunza Valley along the Indus River, till at a unique place where the three great mountain ranges meet at one point which are The Karakorum (Black Rock), The Hindu Kush (Indian Killer) and The Himalayas (Home of the Snow).
The Gulmit Village that is situated in the Upper Valley of Hunza offers the magnificent view of Cathedral Peak and Shishper Peak.
Morning drive to Hussaini village to visit Borit Lake (30 minutes hiking requires each way) that is famous for its salty lake and quietness, later those who want some adventure can go on trek to Passu glacier which need about 03 - 04 hours walk for both ways from Borit.
www.sitaradomestic.com /family_packages.htm   (847 words)

  
 Bike the Karakoram Highway with Concordia Expeditions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-23)
To arrive at our starting point (Khunjerab Pass) we fly (weather permitting) from Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, to Gilgit at 1454 m.
We are then transported by jeeps to the top of Khunjerab Pass in two and a half days with an overnight hotel stay at Karimabad and Gulmit or Sust.
From the crest of the pass, our downhill bicycle journey takes us to Gulmit in two easy five hour days.
www.concordiaexpeditions.com /bikehunza_trip.htm   (297 words)

  
 Panoramic Pakistan: Scenic Tours: Hunza & Fairy Meadows
Driving past Karimabad, we go straight to Gulmit, a quite and serene village in upper Hunza region and stay for overnight.
In the evening we will return to Gulmit.
We drive by jeeps to Nagar, the rival village of Karimabad with few tourists and less pollution.
panoramic.com.pk /eng/04.htm   (881 words)

  
 SPRING BLOSSOM
Morning visit the 800 years old watching towers and wooden carving mosques at Ganesh village and 4th century AD Rock carvings on the ancient Silk Road.
After we drive to Gulmit a beautiful mountain village in upper Hunza.
Visit the cultural Museum of traditional artifacts and afternoon drive to Borit lake and short hike to Gulkin glacier.
www.shamsalpine.com /new_page_16.htm   (636 words)

  
 VUPak-History
Islamabad, Besham, Gilgit, Gulmit (two nights), Gilgit, Besham, Islamabad
Kallar Kahar, Taxila, Abbotabad, Mansehra, Thakot, Besham, Shatial sights, Chillas sights, Gilgit, Hunza, Karimabad, Gulmit, Pussu, Sust, Khunjerab national park, Khunjarab pass.
In the 1960's and 1970's Pakistan and China jointly cut a road across Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindu mountain ranges, following a branch of the ancient network of trade routes called the “Silk Road”.
www.vupak.com /karakoram_highway_edu.htm   (264 words)

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