11 Astounding Places You Didn’t Know Exist In Balochistan
When you think of paradise, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? A beauty-laden landscape, full of resources, yet to be found. The question arises, what if you have already found it but haven’t realized its true potential? That is the case with Balochistan.
From the lush carpeted greens of Chaman, Zhob, Sheerani, to the mountains of Awaran, all and around the beaches of Gwadar and Pasni – in the depth of the Saindak Gold and Copper mines in Chaghai’s Reko-diq. Balochistan’s unsustainable beauty spreads to every corner, even the barren ends.
1) The Hannah Jheel, Quetta
This is how the Hannah Lake looks in winters. Frozen, frosted and astounding. This is where Quetta’s escapes rest.
2) Mud Volcanoes, Hingol
These deserted Mud volcanoes can be found in different regions of Balochistan. This particular one rests in Hingol, Balochistan.
3) Moola Chotok, Khuzdar
This tourism deprived sight is known as Moola Chotok in Khuzdar, Balochistan. Amidst stronghold of nationalists in the Jhalawan belt, Chotok seems like a lost cause.
4) Quaid-e-Azam Residency, Ziarat
Father of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Mohommad Ali Jinnah spent his days of affliction in this wooden cottage in Ziarat, Balochistan.
5) Pir Ghaib Falls, Bolan
This is an awe-inspiring view of Pir Ghaib, Balochistan. Locals here believe in the myth of the Invisible Saint (Pir Ghaib), who was saved by the Almighty.
6) Princess Of Hope, Gwadar
The Princess Of Hope is a 740 year old mountain near Gwadar, along the Makuran Coastal Highway. A spectacular view of its own!
7) Urrak Falls, Quetta
The Urrak falls are known as the younger sister to the Hannah Jheel. Mentioned together as Hannah Urrak, Urrak is a fathomable vacation spot for people of Quetta and around. Fresh water and good weather.
8) Astola Island, Gwadar/Pasni
Astola Island, also known as Jezira Haft Talar Satadip or ‘Island of the Seven Hills’, is a small uninhabited Pakistani island in the Arabian Sea. Also the largest island in Pakistan, it is the epitome of Balochistan’s undermined beauty.
9) The City of Gwadar
A city separated by the sea at both ends. Gwadar has the potential to be the trade hub of Pakistan. It is not just resourceful — also is breathtakingly beautiful.
10) Salt Glaciers, Koh-e-Suleman
Yes you were mistaken if you thought this is snow. These are salt glaciers in the Koh-e-Suleman region of Balochistan. Not many know about these, let alone visit them.
11) Khojak Pass, Chaman
Finally, this amazing water-clogged passage separates Pakistan from Afghanistan. Not many can get here but the ones who do are left awe-inspired.
