Khunjerab Pass - The Highest Border of the World
Khunjerab Pass is strategically located on Pakistan’s northern border i.e. Hunza and Nagar Districts of Gilgit–Baltistan and China’s southwest border i.e. Xinjiang.
It gets its name from two Wakhi words: “Khun” meaning blood and “jerab” which denotes a brook that flows from a spring or waterfall.
The Khunjerab Pass is the world’s highest paved international border crossing. The paved road was finished in 1982, and it now serves as the principal route across the Karakoram Range, replacing the rough Mintaka and Kilik Passes. It lies at the end of the spectacular Karakoram Highway. The Khunjerab Pass, also known as the Pak-China border, is the highest point on the Karakoram Highway.
It is an architectural wonder along with being the world’s highest paved international border crossing, with a height of 15,397 feet.
It's a marvellous place with striking mountains and scenery. There are no tea and food stalls at Khunjerab pass so take your eatables with you. Khunjerab Pass has a very beautiful scenic view.There are many hotels and resorts in Khunjerab Pass for tourists. Bus service is available daily between Gilgit and Kashgar through the Karakoram highway. Many international tourists visit this place and relish the striking view.
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How to get there?
Hunza and Gilgit are two of Pakistan’s most famous tourist destinations. However, a vacation to these regions would be incomplete without a stop at Khunjerab Pass.
The route from Islamabad to Hunza is in decent condition. As a result, you won’t have to worry about your journey being unpleasant.
Why is the Khunjerab Pass important?
At 15,397ft above sea level, it’s said to be the highest border crossing in the world. The Pakistani side features the highest ATM in the world. For comparison, Mont Blanc, the tallest mountain in Western Europe, is 4.810 m, and Mount Whitney, the highest point in the 48 contiguous United States, is 4.421m.
Is Khunjerab Pass worth visiting?
The road to the summit is never too steep and relatively flat. It offers sweeping views of scenic beauty with awesome mountain views. Due to its elevation, it is highly advised to limit your stay and keep going preferably during the daytime. Take warm clothes with you as it can get cold. And remember to bring plenty of water to help stave off the feeling of altitude sickness.
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