Remains open 7 days a
week
Ticket Cost: 250 (45 min
guided tour)
Baltit
fort is one of the most ancient fort situated in Karimabad a town in Hunza,
region of North Pakistan. It’s located in the heart of the of city and its
location is responsible for adding more attraction to its beauty such as you
can have an aerial view of the City.
Baltit fort is a fine example of Baltit architecture. The structure of this fort was influenced by Tibetan architecture
but later on few changes were made in its structure due to the invasion of
British. Now the structure comprises of three building stories with its wooden
and stoned floors with mud plaster. The main structural element consists of
pegged Timber frame.
Its traces can be found about 700 years ago. Baltit
fort was the first ever to be restored by Agha Khan for culture. It is equipped with
the most beautiful things such as handmade unique shawls, different variety of
carpets from local handmade to the variety of afghan woven carpets, stuffed animals, Kashmiri glasswork, local
rugs etc. some of the rooms in the fort comprises of dresses, pictures and
ancient vessels.
Baltit fort is not
only recognizes by Pakistan but worldwide. It has been on the UNESCO world
heritage since 2004. Along with view it has a very interesting art and
architecture. The Majestic beauty of Baltit Fort leave people amazed with so
many best features like beautiful view, history and the perfect representation
of the ancient culture of the city
One of the most beautiful historical sites in Pakistan
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