Galiyat of Pakistan

“Go where you feel most alive” and who wouldn’t feel alive in the arms of nature. Galiyat of Pakistan is very much your dream destination for an amazing vacation. The word ‘Galiyat’ originates as a plural form of the Urdu word ‘Gali’ which implies a rear way between two mountains on the two sides of which there are valleys and it isn't the most elevated point in the range. A significant number of towns in this zone have the word Gali as a major aspect of their names. They hold immense popularity amongst tourists and are widely visited. Abounding with a delightful topography, the mountains are secured by thick pine forests which give Galiyat its one of a kind appearance. It is one of the greenest zones of Pakistan and gets the preferable amount of rainfall in general as compared to most areas. The set-up resorts were created by the British and you will apparently see an overabundance of colonial impact there.

History:

The Galiyat region was first founded by early British colonial officers such as James Abbott, who wandered into these zones around 1846-47. The British discovered them climatically helpful for them and started to build up a portion of the locales in the range/tract as slope resorts, to get away from the late spring warmth of the marshes. Later on, after Partition/Independence of Pakistan in 1947, these were dismissed for quite a while yet, in the long run, grew further from the 1960s onwards as prominent tourist resorts.

Geography:

Galiyat locale, or hilly area, is a thin strip or zone generally 50– 80 km north-east of Islamabad, Pakistan, reaching out on the two sides of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Punjab outskirt, among Abbottabad and Murree.

Climate:

The Galiyat experience sub-tropical climate. However, the climate varies in relevance to each place. This sort of region has chilly, blanketed winters, generally cool summers with the definitely raised downpour, in connection with lower heights, and incessant mist. Precipitation is present all year, with two maxima, initial one during winter and second one at summer, July– August. During the springtime, an amazing view of fruit trees loaded with flowers can be witnessed.  Frequent heavy rains and hail storms are also distinctive features of the spring. Summer, however, the best time of the year during which people love to visit Galiyat the most as the weather there is a great escape from the scorching heat. Where Autumn season provides a clear view of the majestic hills, Winters is the mightiest season. There is no comparison of the scenic beauty of Galiyat during Winters due to the snowfall which embraces the hills. Winter season is ideal for people who love snow!

People:

The territory, being home to the Karlal clan, was known as the 'Karral nation' amid the provincial occasions by the British. The Karlal's are as yet the predominant clan of the Galiyat. The language talked by the tribesmen is Hindko while the tongue of Hindko spoken is known as the 'Dhundi-Kairali'.

Ecology:

An assortment of uncommon animal species can be found including the leopard, which possesses the neighbouring Galiyat locale. Commonly known animals incorporate the rhesus monkey, wild boar, foxes and different types of birds, including the cheer bird and kalij fowl. The primary botanical species are Cedrus deodara, blue pine, yew, silver fir, horse chestnut and oak.

Places:

• Murree:

The Queen of Hills - Murree is a well-known hill station and a summer resort in Pakistan, Murree is uniquely for the inhabitants of Islamabad. Murree is additionally visited as a standout amongst the most loved places for Pakistani visitors in Summer and during the snowfall of winter. Murree is situated along Islamabad-Kohala parkway N75, somewhere in the range of 30 km upper east of Islamabad. The name Murree is derived from 'marhi' which means "high spot" despite the fact that there is a prevalent view it was named after the Virgin Mary during the British rule. The landscape is green and magnificent, the climate cool in summers and freshly cold in winter with a sprinkle of snow. The lodgings are great, the drive is simple, and a lot of shopping makes Murree hills the main resort. An hour and a half's drive from Islamabad on a metal road takes you to 8,000 feet above sea level. Horse riding, Chair lift ride and short strolls on cleared trails are different exercises to do when you are in Murree.

• Nathia Gali:

Nathia Gali clad in pine, walnut, oak and maple trees, is the prettiest slope resort in the Galiyat district. It very well may be moved toward both from Murree and Abbottabad. It is 34 km from Abbottabad just as from Murree. Nathia Gali is 2501 meters above ocean level and is encompassed by rich green elevated mountains. The British attempted to make a little England here with its little timbered temples, parks, cottages and the Governor's House. Stunning scenes, spring water and natural air make it a standout amongst the most tranquil slope stations in Pakistan.

• Ayubia:

A bunch of four little hill stations of Khanaspur, Khaira Gali, Changla Gali and Ghora Dhaka is called Ayubia and was named after President Ayub Khan who had a place with Haripur region of Hazara. The complex is spread over a territory of 26 km. The focal spot of Ghora Dhaka has a chairlift, which gives an all-encompassing and entrancing perspective on the environment.

• Thandiani:

Thandiani signifies "cold" in the local language terminology. Therefore, implying that it is a cool spot it got the name of "Thandiani". It is 2700 meters above sea level on a little level encompassed by pine woods. This wonderful spot can without much of a stretch be drawn nearer from Abbottabad, which is 24 km away. It is absolutely pristine and has the loveliest of perspectives on all the slope stations of Pakistan. The landscape here is amazing and wonderful.

• Dunga Gali:

This amazing tourist destination is arranged on the slants of Mukshpuri Hills. The slopes are lush and present an excellent view. Behind Dunga Gali stands Mukshpuri, one of the most astounding tops in the territory 2800 m. Hikers while climbing Mushkpuri top are brought forth a bed of fragmented flowers in the green meadows of Mushkpuri, especially towards the end of the stormy season. Another trek goes to the opposite side towards Dunga Gali giving a bird's eye view of Ayubia National Park. This trek isn't fitting for individuals with height phobia. The park begins from Dunga Gali and stretches out towards river Jehlum. The trek up to Mushkpuri Top can likewise be begun from Dunga Gali. It's a decent trek for the families to go out and appreciate the lovely pine forest of Galiyat. There is an extremely small water spring at the top. Additionally, you can see the beautiful Kashmir Valley from Mushkpuri Top.

• Changla Gali:

Changla Gali is one of the vacationer mountain resort towns of the Galiyat zone of Pakistan. It has a rise of 2559 m. During the British rule, it was the central station of the Northern Command School of Musketry. Changla Gali is well reputed for affordable guest houses and hotels, especially for students.

• Khaira Gali:

Khaira Gali is one of the vacationer mountain resort towns of the Galiyat territory of Pakistan, it has an elevation of 2347 m. Khaira Gali is situated in Palak which is a Union Council of Abbottabad District in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa territory of Pakistan. This slope station was additionally utilized as a blockade by the British amid the pilgrim time frame and amid the late spring months, it was involved by one of the British mountain batteries, which were positioned at Rawalpindi amid the winter. It is additionally renowned for the hexagon estate on the most elevated rise of the town, that has a place with the proprietor of the popular Pakistani oil brand.

Hotels:

Galiyat are famous for housing a variety of hotels for tourists to enjoy their vacay to the fullest from one room to suites, to entire bungalows and rest houses to be booked for the best experiences. The price range varies in leu of the location of the hotels in Galiyat. There are many inns here. It is dependent entirely up to your affordability as to what amount of cost can you manage to spare for your vacation. Another reality about Galiyat is that in the off-season, the costs of the lodgings fall very low. The difference between the costs of the inns in off-seasons and on-season is amazing. For instance, if the lodging rent of the room in lodging in on-season is PKR 20000/- (?) and it might tumble to PKR 2000/- (?) in off-seasons.

Restaurants:

“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well if one has not dined well.” Galiyat encompasses a vast variety of food availability and restaurants with different price ranges. There is the availability of Pakistani, Continental and Chinese food. Street food of Galiyat is equivalently famous as that available in restaurants such as cone ice cream, egg pakoras at Charapani, fries, roasted chickpeas and corn. Local cuisines include amazing Chicken Karahi, Makhni daal, Bar B.Q, Beef and Mutton dishes that are loaded with spices and herbs that are a treat the taste buds. Multinational food chains such as KFC and McDonalds are also prevalent to cater to the needs of all tourists that visit Galiyat. However, desi food remains the topmost priority of tourists.

     Health:

There is no compromise when it comes to health care and facilities provided to people living in and visiting Galiyat. Alongside Government Civil Hospital, Military CMH, there is the number of private medical clinics, drug stores, dispensaries and Emergency Rescue Service.

Civil Hospital Murree

(+92) 051- 9269076

CMH Murree (Murree Cantt)

(+92) 051-4196151

Government Civil Hospital Nathia Gali

Khaira Gali Hospital

• Dispensary:

CB Dispensary (Murree Cantt)

• Medical Stores:

Marwat Medical store (Nathia Gali)

(+92) 0345 9507833

Rauf and Sons Medical and Surgical Provision Store

(Mall Rd, GPO Chowk, Murree Cantt, Murree)

(+92) 051- 3410331

Kashif Medical Store Nathia Gali

Security:

Galiyat is well reputed when it comes to the security of tourists and people residing there. There are number of Police stations situated in each zone of the Galiyat. Police is in charge of the security of the general population and there is no issue of security on the loose. With Police, Army establishments like cadet universities and cantonments territory are likewise situated here which makes the security nearly idiot proof however armed force don't meddle in nonmilitary personnel matters. Army bases are present in Murree. PAF Air bases are situated in Lower Topa, Murree and Kalabagh PAF Base at Nathia Gali.

Shopping:

There is a huge variety of products available at Galiyat in small to medium shops and stalls. There is availability of hand knit sweaters, stoles, shawls, caps, handicraft items and traditional jewelry that is the centre of attention for tourists. The culture of bargaining is quite dominant so that you can avoid paying a large amount of money. However, apart from handicraft items, there is abundant availability of branded items such as shoes, cosmetics, clothing, leather jackets, watches, perfumes and grocery items for tourists. Galiyat display a multidimensional platform when it comes to product availability for tourists and locals.

Transportation:

Routes for traveling to Galiyat are extremely safe if one chooses to travel on personal car, however, there are buses, rent a car services in extremely well-maintained condition that take you to Galiyat and make your trip memorable uniquely. However, within the Galiyat there is no Careem or Uber or Metro Bus service which leads to people using local taxis.

       Important Numbers:

Rescue 1122 deals with you if there should arise an occurrence of any crisis. This service provided by the government is extremely proficient. You simply need to dial 1122 from your telephone in case of any emergency and they shall safeguard you. Police help taxi came to through 15.