In Pakistan, tourism mostly relies on the vast region of GB, formerly known as the Northern Areas (NA). This part of the country is famous for its snowy mountains, lush green valleys, mighty rivers, plentiful wildlife, and beautiful lakes.

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Gilgit Baltistan is considered to be the capital of tourism in Pakistan. It has the range of some of the highest mountains in the world, including K2, which is the second highest mountain in the world. Presently, accommodation facilities in GB consist of approximately 140 hotels of various grades with an overall capacity of 2600 rooms, 30 Government Rest Houses, and 3 Tourist Facilitation Centers at entry points.

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Gilgit is home to a number of diversified cultures, ethnic groups, languages and various backgrounds. It is home to people belonging to all regions of Gilgit as well as from other cities of Pakistan and abroad. This multitude of cultures is because of the strategic location of Gilgit. Being the headquarters of the Gilgit-Baltistan almost of the key offices are located in Gilgit.

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Many types of sports are in currency, throughout the region, but the most popular of them is Polo. Other popular sports are football, cricket, volleyball (mostly played in winter) and other minor local sports. with growing facilities and particular local geography Climbing, trekking and other similar sports are also getting popularity.

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Content Source: Tourism Department – Govt. of GB