| Gilgit Baltistan, the Jewel of Pakistan |
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Welcome to the official website of the Government of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. Gilgit Baltistan (formerly known as the Northern Areas) of Pakistan, is a self governed region in the north of Pakistan. It is governed through a representative Government and an independent judiciary. Gilgit Baltistan is home to one of the most diverse socio cultural geography in the world ranging from the world’s second highest mountain K2 to the highest plains of Deosai, the longest glacier Siachen, mighty river Indus, beautiful fairy meadows, highland pastures, undulating farmlands, alpine forests and endless wilderness. The people speak 6 major ethnic languages and the culture is a melting pot of original Islamic and Central Asian influences. It has rightly been called the Roof of the World, the Wonderland of Asia and the Jewel of Pakistan. Browse through our pages and enjoy your stay here ! |