Local Wonders of Pakistan That Are a Must Visit

A common item on most people’s bucket list is to explore the seven wonders of the world. For travelers, they are a source of experiencing a different culture while historians get a taste of the past by visiting these seven masterpieces of the world.

Whilst these wonders get thousands of visitors each year, the local beauty remains untapped. This is why this special edition by Jovago Pakistan is dedicated to the local wonders of Pakistan that should be on the bucket list of all the travelers out there.

Katas Raj Temples
In the village of Katas, which is located in the Chakwal district, lies the Hindu temples of Katas Raj. This sacred site for the believers of Hinduism is home to Satghara or seven temples and is surrounded by a crystal blue pond. Believed to possess the power to wash away all the sins of a person who bathes in it, the exotic blue pond along with the temples is definitely worth a visit.

Princess of Hope
Located near the largest national park of Pakistan and the famous exotic beach of Kund Malir lies the monument of Princess of Hope. Wearing a head wear that resembles a heavy crown, Princess of Hope is actually a rock statue. It was christened with this name by the famous Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie on her visit to the place.

Ruins of Sharda University
A Buddhist and Hindus center for imparting knowledge, the ruins of Sharda university are a sight on their own. They are a part of the Sharda Peeth temple and are located in the small town of Sharda in the beautiful Neelum Valley.

Karakoram Highway
Constructed on one of the highest mountain ranges in the world, the Karakoram Highway was named after the mountain range on which it is paved. It is the world’s highest international road border connecting Pakistan with China. As it passes through five of the highest mountains of the world, it is every cyclist’s dream to cycle along the famous KKH.

Shimshal Lake
Located in the beautiful district of Hunza, the Shimshal lake is a heart shaped lake. Due to its unique shape, it is considered to be the only lake in the world of its kind. The Shimshal lake is situated at an altitude of 13,000 meters and is fed by the glaciers of Gilgit-Baltistan.

If you have any another wonder of Pakistan that is on your bucket list, then do share it with us in the comments section below.