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Karimabad

Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan · Asia

About Karimabad

Karimabad is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Aliabad, 2km from Hunza Valley.

Karimabad is a town located in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. With a population of 16,000, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Karimabad sits in Pakistan. It's in the Asia/Karachi time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Karimabad to your route.

About Karimabad

Baltit Fort (Urdu: قلعہ بلتت) is a fort in the Hunza valley, near the town of Karimabad, in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan. Founded in the 8th century CE, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative list since 2004. The Mirs of Hunza abandoned the fort in 1945, and moved to a new palace down

Read more the hill. The fort started to decay which caused concern that it might possibly fall into ruin. Following a survey by the Royal Geographical Society of London a restoration programme was initiated and supported by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture Historic Cities Support Programme. The programme was completed in 1996 and the fort is now a museum run by the Baltit Heritage Trust.

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Karimabad offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Karimabad located?

Karimabad is located in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.3269 latitude, 74.6614 longitude.

What is the population of Karimabad?

Karimabad has a population of approximately 16,000 people, making it a town in Pakistan.

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Quick Information

Population
16,000
Continent
Asia
Country
Pakistan
Region
Gilgit-Baltistan
Timezone
Asia/Karachi
Coordinates
36.3269, 74.6614

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Worth the detour from Karimabad

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Hunza Valley

A breathtaking valley in the Karakoram surrounded by 7,000-meter peaks, cherry blossoms, and ancient forts along the KKH.

2 km · about 5 min drive

natural wonder

Attabad Lake

A vivid turquoise lake formed by a 2010 landslide that drowned the old Karakoram Highway. The rebuilt KKH now threads five Chinese-built tunnels along its shore, a highlight of the Hunza drive.

19 km · about 20 min drive

photogenic

Passu Cones (Tupopdan)

A serrated wall of 6,106 m rock spires rising straight above the Karakoram Highway north of Passu village, the most recognisable skyline in Gojal and best seen in early morning light.

35 km · about 40 min drive

Nearby Destinations

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