Changla Gali Galyat Abbottabad
Changla Gali is a quiet high altitude hill station sitting at 2559 meters in Galyat famous for pine tree ridges cool climate and panoramic Kashmir views.
ExploreShogran Kaghan Valley
Shogran, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Overview
Perched at an elevation of 2362 meters above sea level in lower Kaghan Valley Mansehra District Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shogran is one of Pakistans premier alpine hill stations and resort plateaus. Accessible via an eight kilometer mountain road climb from Kawai bazaar Shogran is renowned for its vast green rolling meadows dense deodar pine forests and panoramic mountain views over Makra Peak and Musa ka Musalla. Serving as the primary base camp for excursions to the higher Siri Paye Meadows Shogran features comfortable resort accommodations open air lawns pine walking trails and refreshing mountain climate making it a top destination for family holidays nature photography and summer retreats in the Hazara region.
Highlights
- Premier alpine hill station sitting on a plateau at 2362 meters elevation
- Surrounded by thick deodar pine forests and vast green lawn pastures
- Base camp hub for 4x4 jeep excursions and treks up to Siri Paye Meadows
- Spectacular panoramic views overlooking Makra Peak and surrounding Hazara mountain ranges
- Family friendly resort destination with top hotels open air dining and horse riding
Things To Do
- Take an adventurous 4x4 jeep safari up through pine woods to Siri Paye Meadows
- Walk along pine tree forest paths and enjoy panoramic views of Makra Peak
- Enjoy open air coffee tea and local dining on lush resort lawn pastures
- Experience horseback riding across grassy plateau trails and forest clearings
- Capture breathtaking golden hour sunset landscape photos over surrounding mountain ridges
Local Transportation
Accessible via an 8 km steep mountain drive from Kawai on the N15 highway using local 4x4 jeeps or high-clearance vehicles.
Accommodation
Extensive hotel options including Pine Park Hotel Shogran, Arcadian Sprucewoods, Cedar Wood Resort, Hotel Hilltop, and numerous private alpine guesthouses.
Food & Cuisine
Hotel restaurants serve fresh fried mountain trout fish, mutton karahi, chicken tikka, hot pakoras, fresh flatbreads, and green Kahwa tea.
Safety Information
Highly safe family friendly resort plateau. Exercise caution on steep walking trails near slope edges during wet or foggy weather.
Travel Tips
Hire dedicated 4x4 jeeps from Kawai or Shogran for the trek to Siri Paye and carry light jackets even in mid-summer as evening breezes get chilly.