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Something About my beautiful and full of life Lahore city

Away from Lahore, I used to wonder if all the rhetoric about the magic city has any substance to it. Land of superlatives, Lahore is Pakistan’s second biggest and one of the most prosperous cosmopolitan cities, home to universities and colleges, spiritual centers and historic, cultural, commercial and political centre. It has been a land of plenty since centuries. “Lahore is one of the greatest cities of the East,” wrote William Finch, a traveller from the west, in his journal back in 1610.” I found new answers every day.
The city is known for its beautiful gardens, exquisite fountains, delicious cuisines, and rich heritage of architecture, art and music. Mughal rulers introduced the concept of green places, gardens and baradraries in the city. In 1849, there were 164 gardens in and around Lahore and most were in tact till partition in 1947. Traveler John Foster Fraser wrote in 1899, in his book Round the World on a Wheel, “Lahore is a sort of glorified Gardens.” The axiom seems true in spring when all roads are lavishly lined with flowers beds, flower baskets hanging with poles and bougainvillea blooming from the outer walls of private houses.
Someone once put it that the streets of (old) Lahore are not only paved with bricks, but with history. The old and compact part of the city – neighborhood where much links of the city with the past are in tact – is not at all easy to navigate. But by wandering aimlessly not only you will get less heated up but you will see more too, and it will eventually get you where you started. Enter through any of the thirteen surviving gateways around once walled city and you can make it around without so much as glancing at a map. What you need to do is make a conscious decision to see Lahore, as it is required to be seen: on a long leisurely stroll into the life of the city. A diplomat once said, “Lahore should be seen on your own. No protocols, no guides and no time limits.” Another thing you will need is a starting point

Hiking tour Nathiagali to Miranjani Top.

Nathiagali, an heaven on earth is known for its scenic beauty,  It is situated only 35 Km drive away from both Murree and Abbottabad.

A Picturesque Town of Pakistan Nathiagali is the most picturesque hill station in the Pakistan.
From Nathiagali to Miranjani(2960 meters high) is a track of near about 10km ascend and 10km for back. its a one day track which is very beautiful. its a jungle track.

The real enthusiasts can walk up a track starting from the Governor’s House to the top of Miranjani Hill (2960 meters high), a beautiful trek that takes 6 to 7 hours both ways.
Nathiagali is home to all major wildlife; various species of birds, animals. Monkeys often come up to hotels, restaurants and guesthouses  in search of food and they are very common in Nathiagali.

The most amazing thing is that during the track in summer and winter i did not see any monkey but in nathiagali bazaar in search of food.

Half day and Kasur city.

It was planned short trip to Kasur. its long time i did not go to Kasur so i decided on Friday next day is Saturday and i will be able for short trip to Kasur.

This time me and my bike. no any travel campanion. i was a solo traveler again. Actually solo traveling is very strange thing in Pakistan because in my opinion there are no many people who love to exploring, tours and traveling and mostly go on different places just for fun with friends.

There is no concept of solo traveling. People loves their routine hells and do not like to leave their comforts. But i always love to explore other places and cultures.

A shop in Kasur (Salling Kasori Andarase)

Purpose of this short trip was to

1. Going at the tomb of Bulleh shah.
2. Visit the Kamal chishti tomb.
3. Visit the old city buildings, Bazaars.
4. Attending the flage lowering ceremony at Ganda singh border.

Essential luggage for Tours

Which material should we use for tours? it is very important question before packing material for tours. we cannot ignore the importance of essential luggage during tours and traveling however it is totally depend on type of tour, Hiking tours, weather conditions where you want to go and the places e,g Mountains or modern cities, deserts. 

Without proper luggage on tours you are just like a soldier who come in battle without gun. as i written in my blog what is backpacking i highly recommend don't go on tours with out proper luggage it can cause dangerous i give you a little example if you choose wrong shoes on hiking tour.The protection of your feet needs to be given top priority when hiking. Foot pain or discomfort can quickly take the fun out of hiking, and an injury could prevent you 

from walking at all. you can slip and fall on steep rock without proper shoes while hiking that cause dangerous. 

Essential luggage for Hiking Tours.

Click on any item if you want to get more information.

1 Rucksack (Backpack)

2 Sleeping Bag
3 Extra Trouser

4 Parka Suit or Water Proof Jacket and
Trouser

5 Warm Jacket or Down Jacket
6 T-Shirt Full Sleaves 

7 Thermal Suit or Warm high 
neck + leggin 

8 Warm Gloves 1 Pair

9 Socks 2 Pairs
10 Warm Wooles Cap 
11 Sun Hat 
12 Plastic Plate 
13 Head Torch 
14 Extra Cells 2 Pairs
15 Hiking Stick or Wooden Stick 
16 Tissue Roll
17 Water Bottle
18 Lighter / Match Stick
19 Sandal / Chapal 1 Pair
20 Sun Block 
21 Lip Salve 
23 Knife 
24 Trekking shoes 
25 Tooth Brush and Paste 
26 Soap 
28 Gaiters 
29 Plastic MUG 
30 Table Spoon 
31 Mattress

it is advisable when someone plan for tours he/she should get information on internet or from other sources for their destinations. weather is also a important factors while planning of tours. city, place, desert, hot, cold, average temperature all are the key factor for planning tours. whenever i go for city tours i do not take a lot of luggage as i took for hiking tours i don't need to make my bag heavy.

Essential luggage for Small Tours.

1 Traveling Bag

2 Extra Trouser

3 Warm Jacket

4 T-Shirt Full Sleaves 

5 Warm Gloves 1 Pair

6 Socks 2 Pairs

7 Sun Hat
8 Water Bottle 

9 Map, GPS Mobile, Google Maps on Mobile
(Very helpful during city tours or small tours)

10  Sandal / Chapal 1 Pair


11 Sun Block 
12 Lip Salve 
13 Knife

14 Soft shoes, Joggers


15 Tooth Brush and Paste 
16 Soap 



soon i will share information where we can purchase new, used or cheapest luggage.

Lahore

its roof of Cocco Den restaurant near Badshahi Mosque.

Lahore is very famous city of Pakistan among the tourists and locals. It is the second largest city of Pakistan and capital of Punjab With a rich and fabulous history dating back to over a thousand years ago, Lahore is no doubt Pakistan's cultural capital.its a city of garden, Mughal Emperors architect and food. Lahore is famous through out country for its food.

It is One of the most densely populated cities in the world, Lahore remains a vibrant economic, political, transportation, entertainment, and educational hub.Lahore maintains its historical status as one of the world's most cosmopolitan and lively of cities.Lahore has been a center of cultural heritage for many civilizations.

Day 2: Saiful Muluk Lake Naran

This is part 2 of 3 of Shogran, Naran Kaghan Tour

To see part 1 of 3 please click here

To see part 3 of 3 please click here

A very beautiful view of Lake saiful Malook lake.

It was my second day and according to plan the next destination was Saiful Malook Lake which is in Naran and very famous among the local tourist and it is full of tourist and fond of mountains in season. After spending a wonderful night in Kaghan where I enjoyed Chuppal kabaab as my dinner and visiting a very beautiful scenic  valley now I was in Naran.     

Kunhar River Near Naran bazaar.

How to reach?
Naran valley is accessible from any part of the country. Mansehra city is base point. you can hire a jeep or take bus for Naran from Mansehra. Daily many mini vans take passengers from Mansehra to Naran and their rates are very economical. if you have plane to visit Shogran then you have to stop at Kiwai from kiwai any one can hire Jeeps or car for Naran.

Accommodation
In season the rates of hotels are very high however you can find hotels from 3500PKR to 8000PKR. You can also get camps/tents on rents for a night their rates are economical. The camp rates are 1000PKR to 2500PKR depend on the size of camp, season, rush of people etc.

Transportation
Jeeps are commonly use here so you have to hire a jeep for Lake Saiful Malook or any other destination. Jeeps takes 3000PKR for Saiful Malook and then back to Naran. 2000PKR for Saiful Malook Lake.

Food
Food price is high but not too much you can eat quality food from restaurants and vendors. Food price for a one time meal from 100PKR to 400PKR depend on your choice or restaurant.  

5 Reason why I love Lahore

New Food Street Near Badshahi Mosque.

 

1. Historical 
I like Lahore because there is many roots of history and cultures in this city. Lahore is a historical city. It has a rich history which dating back over thousand years. 11th century to 20th century A lot of Emperors from different backgrounds ruled here and left there culture and traditions on city.

Biran Gali to Nathia Gali Tour.

This is one of the most finest and beautiful trek in the whole GALIYAT region. Trek passes through thick pine forest over lush green bed of grass. Charming and sweet voices of beautiful birds , roaring streams and few patches of snow will make the whole scene mesmerizing and unforgettable.

We started our trek from a small village name “BIRAN GALI” and end up in “NATHIAGALI” after crossing a 2890 M ( 9879 Feet ) high peak Miranjani.

The plane was. 

Friday: Leave Lahore in evening.
Saturday : Reach Thandiani. Jeep drive till Biran Gali. Start Trekking and camp at Dagri ( 15-16 KM Trek or 7-8 Hours )

Sunday : Start trekking and reach Nathiagali after crossing Mirajani Peak Top ( 12-13 KM or 4-5 Hours ). Back to Lahore till late night. 

Hiking Tour to Mussa ka Mussala.

Musa ka Musalla peak stands at an altitude of 4050 meters at the junction of Siran and Kaghan valleys.it is the very beautiful valley in another words a heaven on earth.

Before going to details of this tour we are going to see where the Mussa ka Mussala on Google Map.

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The name translates to Moses’ Mat which has different stories associated with it. While some believe it to be named after a local shepherd with the name of Musa who used to pray at the peak here, On a clear day, the summit offers exciting panoramic views of the entire area and surroundings.Its a very beautiful hiking spot and life time experience. This hiking tour is an extravaganza of nature painted with crystal clear streams, flowering meadows, cascading glaciers and dense forest.