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A beautiful modern city with a hospitable society.
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Ecological destruction & rapid deforestation
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Beautiful Hill Station on Silk Road
1 Review Abbottabad valley was established and developed during British rule in subcontinent. So you would find many beautiful old style buildings and churches in the valley. The main church is located next to Abbottabad Club. It is very well maintained and some times tourists are allowed to take photos from...
TOOCOOL Says: Abbottabad maintains high levels of education. Its institutions are renowed throughout Pakistan and its literacy ratio is much higher than the rest of Pakistan. Several engineering trips are taken to this region from areas like Lahore, etc.
TOOCOOL Says: Simla Resort is a wonderful little resort near Abbottabad. Gives a wonderful view of Abbottabad City.
TOOCOOL Says: As Abbottabad was a major British town, there are several churches in this city. Worth visiting.
fashionapple Says: In winters mountains of Abbottabad valley get a white cover of snowfall. During the heavy spells snow all fall in town turning every thing into white. This gives a lovely view and you should not miss it. After snowfall the views in evening are usually breathtaking.
fashionapple Says: One of Abbottabad's must see is her very romantic weather. The best times are when it rains and clouds cover the mountains. This feeling could not be described in words...
fashionapple Says: Red Onion, the famous restaurants chain in Pakistan has presence in Abbottabad as well. Their food is really good and interior impressive. Every dish is served with onion rings covered by red sauce.One weekends they have roof top barbecue along with live music. But their...
fashionapple Says: Mona Liza is one of oldest restaurants in Abbottabad. It is more famous for its tuti fruti icecream. But you can come here for luch, dinner or dinner because they serve all of them. Food is good and prices are reasonable. Its nice stop for transit if you are traveling to...
1 Review Daewoo has regular express bus service for Abbottabad from many of its station cities including Rawalpindi/Islamabad. It take approx two to three hours from Rawalpindi to Abbottabad if you travel by Daewoo. The distance is just 116 KM but due to heavy traffic it take much time. Rawalpindi to...
1 Review Abbottabad is gateway to Northern areas and hill resorts in himaliyan region. You can get well maintained AC/ Non- ACbuses for most of nearby hill resorts, northern areas and rest of Pakistan from main bus terminal in Abbottabad. Road distances of nearby hill resorts from Abbottabad are as...
1 Review Well, the road takes off from near the Nathia-Gali - Abbottabad road. It goes through pretty bare green hills in the beginning and at one point it gives a great view of the city. Then the climbing begins. Nothing too dangerous but I would advise not to drive yourself if you havent been in these...
fashionapple Says: Things are getting changed in Abbottabad now. The town well known for its conservative culture is now getting shades of modern times. GPO area is one of those places where you can see this change in culture. Ten years back GPO area used to be a purely business oriented...
Wassi-ur-rehman Says: VILLAGE DUBRAN(Abbottabad) Dubran village is situated at N 33” 55’ 05.5” and E 73” 07” 48.3” some 35 Kms in Southeast of Haripur town on the Lora-Ghora Gali road. The elevation of the village is 4215 ft. Dubran village is situated, with Haro River in the South, Neelan nullah...
Wassi-ur-rehman Says: VILLAGE DUBRAN(Abbottabad) Dubran village is situated at N 33” 55’ 05.5” and E 73” 07” 48.3” some 35 Kms in Southeast of Haripur town on the Lora-Ghora Gali road. The elevation of the village is about 5,000 ft. Dubran village is situated, with Haro River in the South, Neelan...
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Wassi Says: The Haro River ValleyAbbottabad (NWFP) Pakistan Haro River Valley (Abbottabad Pakistan)This valley is located at the back of Islamabad, in the feet of Muree Hills on Abbottabad-Lora-Ghoragalli Road. Some Mountains of the valley are nearly of the same height as the Muree...
fashionapple Says: Abbottabad has got one of Pakistan's most beautiful golf club where many international and national golf events are held from time to time. Piffers' golf club is maintained by Pakistan army. If you like golf and lush green surroundings then Piffers' Golf club is the best...
TOOCOOL Says: As I mentioned earlier, golfing is certainly the IN sport in Abbottabad. Check out the wonderful golf courses in the cantonment area.
Enjoy the alpine atmosphere at Shimla Hills
fashionapple Says: Any afternoon when you are feeling bored or depressed just hike or walk toward Shimla Hills. You can chill out, relax, enjoy the real alpine atmosphere and the fresh air out there. You can get breath taking views of lush green Abbottabad and surrounding hill resorts from top...
Plan a Abbottabad vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Abbottabad locals
Abbottabad - Abbottabad, the headquarters of Hazara Division, situated at an altitude of 1,225 m (4002 ft) above sea level and surrounded by refreshing green hills of Sarban, is one of the best-known hill resorts...
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Q: Could someone please refer me hotels suitable for families in Abbottabad, Naran & Shogran. I have mentioned some points below that...
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Abbottabad - The Alpine Paradise
~* TOWN ABBOTTABAD *~ (By: Major JAMES ABBOTT) (1st Deputy Commissioner, Hazara) I remember the day I first came here, And smelt the sweet Abbottabad air. The trees and the ground covered with...
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Abbottabad lies peacefully under the Galliat Range in the NWFP Province. Abbottabad, a popular summer resort in the midst of spacious valleys, is surrounded by green hills and located at a distance of...
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Yes the army commands the city. PMA (kakul) is within Abbottabad and you can see cadets training while visiting Ilyasi Mosque or from top of Shimla Hill. Yet the role of Army in development of...
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