Jabban, Malakand

A riverside spot on the Swat at Jabban, Malakand, home of a hydropower station running since 1938.

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Jabban lies on the Swat River in Malakand District, about 45 km from Mardan. It is known for its hydropower station, a small run-of-the-river plant that has been generating since July 1938.

Why go

✦The Swat River at Jabban
✦A hydropower station running since 1938
✦About 45 km from Mardan
✦Being developed as a tourist site

About

The plant, Malakand-I, produces 22 MW from four units and sits 7 km upstream of the Dargai plant. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has set aside funds to develop Jabban as a tourist site in 2025–26.

How to Reach

In Malakand District on the Swat River, about 45 km from Mardan, near Dargai.

Responsible Travel

Use Leave No Trace principles, carry out all rubbish, avoid disturbing wildlife and livestock, and respect private/community land.

Planning tip

Best Time to Visit, October to April.

Getting there, In Malakand District on the Swat River, about 45 km from Mardan, near Dargai.

Allow, An hour or two.

What to Do

◆Walk along the Swat River

◆See the old power station from outside

◆Stop on the road between Mardan and Swat

◆Picnic by the river

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