Nathia Gali Hazara
Nathia Gali is a premier alpine hill station sitting at 2411 meters in Galyat Abbottabad famous for pine forests Mukshpuri Peak Miranjani trek and cool climate.
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Changla Gali, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Overview
Perched at a high elevation of 2559 meters above sea level in Abbottabad District Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Changla Gali is one of the highest and most serene hill stations in the Galyat mountain range. Situated sixteen kilometers north of Murree along the main Murree Abbottabad highway Changla Gali is famous for its dense pine forest ridges cool mountain breezes historic British colonial rest houses and panoramic views over Jhelum Valley and Azad Kashmir peaks. Serving as a peaceful mountain retreat between Bara Gali and Kuza Gali Changla Gali offers travelers an ideal sanctuary for pine forest walks nature photography roadside tea stops and quiet family holidays away from heavy urban tourist crowds.
Highlights
- High altitude hill station sitting at a soaring elevation of 2559 meters in Galyat
- Famous for dense deodar pine forests and elevated cool mountain breezes
- Offers sweeping 360 degree panoramic views over Jhelum River Valley and Azad Kashmir
- Home to historic British colonial rest houses pine walking trails and scenic view stops
- Peaceful family resort retreat located sixteen kilometers north of Murree on N75
Things To Do
- Stroll along peaceful pine tree forest paths and enjoy fresh mountain air
- Photograph sweeping high altitude mountain views of Jhelum Valley and Kashmir ridges
- Relax at historic colonial era rest houses surrounded by towering pine trees
- Enjoy hot cardamom green Kahwa tea and fresh charcoal roasted corn at roadside dhabas
- Experience quiet winter snowfall walks along pine lined mountain roads
Local Transportation
Easily accessible via the smooth paved Murree-Abbottabad Highway 16 km from Murree and 48 km from Abbottabad using personal cars taxis or public vans.
Accommodation
Boutique hotel options including Changla Gali Rest House, Pine View Hotel, local family guest houses, and scenic mountain inns.
Food & Cuisine
Local roadside eateries and hotel restaurants serve fresh fried trout fish, chicken karahi, chapli kabab, hot coffee, french fries, and cardamom green Kahwa tea.
Safety Information
Safe, peaceful, and family friendly hill resort. Drive carefully around sharp mountain curves during heavy fog or winter snowfall.
Travel Tips
Carry warm windproof jackets even during mid-summer evenings as high altitude forest breezes turn cold after sunset.