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Field guide · Nature
Baltistan Division
Skardu District · Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Nangsoq Valley
Pakistan's first organic village, behind Kharphocho Fort in Skardu.
Nangsoq, behind Kharphocho Fort in Skardu, was deliberately developed as Pakistan's first organic village, to keep traditional farming alive.
Why go
- ✦Pakistan's first organic village
- ✦Traditional Balti farming
- ✦Balti food
- ✦Right behind Kharphocho Fort
About
It is an easy excursion from Skardu and a good place to try Baltistan's traditional food. Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall visited it.
How to Reach
Behind Kharphocho Fort, just outside Skardu town.
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, April to October.
Getting there, Behind Kharphocho Fort, just outside Skardu town.
Allow, Two to three hours.
What to Do
Make Nangsoq Valley Part of a Trip
GreenPak resorts and journeys within 5 km of Nangsoq Valley.
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Nangsoq Valley, within 5 km.
