Nagar Valley - Places You Must Visit
Nagar Valley also known as Nagar Khas and previously known as Broshal is a valley in Nagar District of Gilgit Baltistan. The valley is at a distance of 15 kilometers from the Hunza Valley and about 105 kilometers from Gilgit City which lies to the southwest of the district.
The District Nagar was established by the division of Hunza Nagar District in 2015, and now Hunza and Nagar are parted by the Hunza River which marks the border between the two valleys. The main villages of the Nagar Valley are Sikardarabad, Gulmit, Hispar, Chalt Valley, and Hooper. The main languages of this region are Burushaski and Shina. Sixty percent of the total population of Brusho belongs to Nagar.
The lakeside paradise is home to famous mountain peaks like Rakaposhi, Rush Peak, Diran Peak, and Golden Peak (Spantik Peak). It has the highest alpine peak in Pakistan Rush Lake and ranks 27th highest lake in the world. The mountains of Nagar are home to endangered species like Marco Polo sheep, brown bears, wolves, and snow leopards.
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Places to visit in Nagar Valley
Apart from these amazing peaks and glaciers, Nagar Valley is worth seeing for its beautiful lush green valleys, towns and villages, and hidden glacial lakes. Nagar is well known among adventurers and avid trekkers. Nagar offers amazing sights of the Karakoram mountains and valleys. Here are a few of the popular places to visit in Nagar Valley.
- Hispar Glacier
- Rush Lake
- Hopar Glacier (Bualtar Glacier)
- Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek
- Diran Base Camp Trek
- Hapakun Valley – Minapin Nagar Valley
1) Hispar Glacier
Hispar Glacier is 49 km long. It meets Biafo Glacier (Baltistan region through a pass known as Hispar-La (5,128m). Hispar Lake trek goes to Snow Lake which is a frozen glacial lake. People start the trek in Baltistan from Biafo Glacier and end it in Nagar Valley at Hispar Glacier.
2) Rush Lake
One of the highest Alpine lakes is in Nagar and can be reached by trekking over the Hoper Glacier in Hoper Valley, Nagar. It is a 3 to 4-day trek to Rush Lake. The Lake offers amazing views of the surrounding mountains including Miar Peak, Spantik (Golden Peak), Laila Peak, Ultar Sar, Phuparash Peak, Malubating Peak system, and Khunyang Chhish. Rush Pari Peak located alongside the lake is 5,098 m and its summit is easy to access. From Rush Pari Peak the Hipar La and K2 can be seen on a clear day.
3) Hopar Glacier (Bualtar Glacier)
Hoper Glacier is a must-see spot in Nagar located in Hoper Valley. The Glacier is huge and will provide you an opportunity to see and stand on the mighty glacier. It is easily accessible and doesn’t require trekking to reach it. There are two more glaciers in the valley, Barpo Glacier and Mier Glacier which will require some trekking.
4) Rakaposhi Base Camp Trek
Rakaposhi is the 27th highest mountain in the world and is well known among travelers. The peak is prominent and forefront in both the Hunza and Nagar valleys. The base camp trek is one of the easy treks that starts from Minapin Valley. It goes toward Hapakun Meadows which is a lush green pasture land of the locals. Once you cross it you will reach the Rakaposhi Base Camp. It is a 2 to 3-day trek. The base camp further goes towards Diran Base Camp.
5) Diran Base Camp Trek
Diran Peak is one of the hardest peaks to summit. The Diran Base Camp however is easy to reach. It lies in Minapin Valley Nagar. The Trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp starting from Minapin to Hapakun goes further to reach Diran Basecamp. You will cross the Minapin Glacier (Not recommended without a guide) and reach Diran Base Camp. Kachtelly Lake is a glacial lake located near Diran Base Camp. A steep hill will take you to the frozen glacial lake.
6) Hapakun Valley – Minapin Nagar Valley
Hapakun Valley is a beautiful Meadow surrounded by snowy mountains and glaciers. It is almost like Fairy Meadows but with only a few locals with their cattles. Small streams from glaciers provide water to the valley, a serene and quiet place.
Nagar Valley is a truly fantastic place to visit and enjoy the serenity of this breathtaking spot. So what are you waiting for? Plan your trip by clicking on the following button and fill the form.
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