Places to Go

Skardu city is the administrative center of the Baltistan Division in Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. The name Skardu is derived from the Tibetan language which means, "Star Stone".

In term of tourism Skardu city is the main hub of the tourist, trekkers and nature lovers. The city is spectacular, beautiful and breathtaking surrounded by the goldish peaks of the Karakorum and Himalaya ranges which is covered by the snow in the winter.

From the Skardu City one can visit the world highest peaks and plains of the world.

One can easily visit number of spectacular and picturesque lakes, forts, resorts and waterfalls which are in vicinity of Skardu city at a distance of half to two hours drive.

There are many places to visit like Gondogoro Pass, Broad peak, Gahembrum I, GahembrumII, DeosaiPlains, K-2, Sheosare Lake , Upper Kachura Lake, Satpara Lake, Shigar Fort, Kharpocho Fort, Manthokha Waterfall,  and Shangrilla Resort