Overview

Hunza, a small mountainousregion in northern Pakistan, is renowned for its unmatched scenic beauty, rich history, and the remarkable longevity of its people. Once a semiautonomous state with a ruling dynasty that lasted over 900 years, Hunza is now fully integrated into Pakistan. It lies along the ancient trade route to Kashgar in China’s Xinjiang province, with the Karakoram Highway, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” running through it and connecting Pakistan to China.

The region is often likened to ” crystal-clear streams, and snowcapped peaks. Karimabad, the main town of Hunza, offers Shangri-La,” a mythical paradise, due to its lush green valleys, breathtaking views of majestic mountains like Rakaposhi (7788 m), Ultar (7388 m), Diran (7266 m), Ladyfinger (6000 m), Shisper (7611 m), Passu (7478 m), and the iconic Passu