Where is Galyat Located?
Galyat is a hill station located in the Abbottabad District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province in Pakistan. It is situated on the Karakoram Highway, at an elevation of 2,134 metres (6,996 ft). Galyat has a temperate climate and is a popular tourist destination.
Places to Visit in Nathia Gali
Nathia Gali is a beautiful place located in the Abbottabad District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. It is about 80 kilometers from Islamabad and about 30 kilometers from Murree. Nathia Gali is at an elevation of 2,438 meters above sea level.
The name Nathia Gali is derived from two words, ‘nath’ meaning ‘source of water’ and ‘gali’ meaning ‘valley’. The place was originally called ‘Gulmarg’ but after the British took over this area they renamed it to Nathia Gali. Nathia Gali has a temperate climate with cooler summers and colder winters as compared to the rest of Pakistan.
The best time to visit Nathia Gali is between April and October when the weather is pleasant and cool. There are many places to see in Nathia Gali such as: – The Mall Road: The Mall road is the main road running through the center of town and is lined with shops, restaurants, hotels, and tourist offices.
– Ayubia National Park: This park is home to several species of animals and birds such as leopards, deer, wild boars, rabbits, partridges, eagles, etc. – Dunga Gali: Dunga Gali is a small village located about 4 kilometers from Nathia Gali which offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks and lush green valleys. – Miranjani Peak: Miranjani peak is the highest point in Nathia Gali and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
It can be reached by trekking for about 3 hours from Dunga Gali or by taking a chairlift ride from AyubIA National Park.