Shigar, Pakistan

Travel Blogs from Shigar (3)

Shigar, Shigar, Pakistan travel blog
Shigar
Jul 3, 2005

... but well kept farming community with abundant crops and fruit (apricots, mulberries and cherries). The highlight though was the Shigar fort, the former Rajah's palace, but now a lovely hotel renovated over 6 years by the Aga Khan's organization. It ...

A travel blog entry by dunnsage
Chilas - Shigar, Shigar, Pakistan travel blog
Chilas - Shigar
Oct 8, 2009

... route and still the gateway to Baltistan. Bumpy roads (or the lack of it) strenuous drive leaves one very hungry. We arrived at Shigar, nestled amidst the jagged peaks, for the night. We had booked at hotel Shigar Fort. Shigar Fort lies at 8090 ft on the ...

A travel blog entry by irock
Shigar Rest Day, Shigar, Pakistan travel blog
Shigar Rest Day
Oct 9, 2009

Stayed there for another night to acclimatize. Altitude sickness or acute mountain sickness is a big deterrent for folks seeking mountain adventure. Sheer lack of oxygen can hit anyone, young & old alike. The body must adjust to having less oxygen. ...

A travel blog entry by irock

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