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The Chitral valley with fields and river below the snow pyramid of Tirich Mir

Kalash culture in the shadow of Tirich Mir

Chitral

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

  • Altitude1,494 m
  • From Islamabad≈ 365 km via Lowari Tunnel · 1 hr flight
  • Best timeMay – October · Kalash festivals in May, Aug & Dec

About Chitral

Chitral is a world apart — the Hindu Kush valley of the Kalash people, the snow pyramid of Tirich Mir (7,708 m) and the polo ground at Shandur, the highest in the world. Expect warm hospitality, crisp air and rivers the colour of jade.

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Top experiences in Chitral

  1. 01

    Kalash Valleys

    Bumburet, Rumbur & Birir — home of a unique, centuries-old culture.

  2. 02

    Shahi Mosque & Chitral Fort

    The 1924 royal mosque beside the Mehtar's fort on the river.

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    Tirich Mir views

    The highest peak of the Hindu Kush rising above town.

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    Shandur Pass

    3,700 m lake-side plateau and the world's highest polo festival in July.

  5. 05

    Garam Chashma

    Natural hot springs in the Lutkoh valley.

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