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Field guide · Nature
Gilgit Division
Hunza District · Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Misgar Valley
Hunza's northernmost valley near the Chinese and Afghan borders, below the Mintaka and Kilik passes.
Misgar, in upper Hunza close to the borders with China and Afghanistan, is the valley below the historic Mintaka and Kilik passes, the old caravan routes north.
Why go
- ✦Below the Mintaka and Kilik passes
- ✦Kalam Darchi Fort, a British outpost
- ✦Near the Chinese and Afghan borders
- ✦Remote upper Hunza
About
The valley also has Kalam Darchi Fort, built by the British to watch for Russian and Chinese advances. It is a border area, so check locally about access before going up.
How to Reach
North of Sost off the Karakoram Highway, in upper Hunza.
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, June to September.
Getting there, North of Sost off the Karakoram Highway, in upper Hunza.
Allow, A day from Sost.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Misgar Valley, within 5 km.
Nothing else genuinely close by (within 5 km of Misgar Valley) is published yet.
