Kumrat valley

Nature has the key which opens the way to our aesthetic, intellectual, and spiritual satisfaction. The valley of Kumrat has much beauty and charm to admire everyone. The valley is the home to lush green meadows, waterfalls foggy mountains and the wonderful snowcapped splendid hills and gushing streams. It’s the gem in the crown of Pakistan. There are no words which could define the beauty of the breathtaking kumrat valley. 

It is he in the Upper Dir. district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. And in the foothills of Hindu Kush Mountains surrounded by Chitral in north and Swat valley to the East and lower Dir. to the south.

The valley is becoming one of the most visited tourist resort of Pakistan. As it is becoming picturesque for them. Each summer here is gifted with thousands of travelers who come along from different parts of the country to explore the hidden beauty and enjoy the greenery alongside the cool weather. It is alpine climatic in nature and the weather is very cool in summers unto 20C and freezing in winters with snowfall to 3-11 feet’s. So the best time to plan a tour in spring and summer.

When one just reach out there with closed eyes he could experience the peace and tranquility from the waves of water gushing down the streams. The nights there are carved parts of heaven on Earth providing serenity and solitude.

The valley is ideal for camping though people also are provided with lavish hotels every 3 hours track. Its, however, a place which is newly discovered yet many advancements are not provided to international standards. It is a journey of 6 to 8 hours for the central bazaar if upper Dir. People usually use tents at the cost of 200 to 800 rupees. The ravishing scenic beauty is attracting tourists to dive into the hidden paradise on Earth.

Some of the notable lakes of the valley are Panjokora River, Do Kala Chashma, JahazBanda, Thal, Katora Lake, Barad and Lake, and Django. Along with them some trees and forest also enhance its beauty including Jandai village, Jahaz Banda Meadows and forest Kumrat. The astonishing views of the crooked woods are beyond comprehension. Lastly, the most serene green meadow is Badogoi Pass whose beauty and enchanting peace is impossible to forget.

To reach Kumrat Valley is tough because the roads are still not fully developed and constructed. But 4x4 vehicle could be used to reach beyond Sheringal. However, to reach the gateway of Kumrat Valley Thal is usually used.

The variety of animals are to be seen in Kumrat Valley. These include markhor, ibex, deer, jackals musk, monal pheasants, porcupines, brown bears, monkeys, chakores and snow leopards. They hugely attract public and the enjoyment is enhanced more due to these species. Along with these diverse flowers and fruits are abundantly found in the valley of kumrat.

Before the unexplored paradise comes on mainstream one has to visit it to gaze a real beauty of paradise on earth.