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Khairagali, Murree.

WELCOME TO KHAIRAGALI

Murree is the ultimate scenic destination; anyone who knows about it can immediately associate it with its scenic views and its pleasant weather. From Murree to Nathiagali, the route is like a journey into heaven. Passing past the apex of one of the world's most magnificent mountains, the route is lined by lovely green alpine woods. Along the way, there are a number of decent destinations where one may stay and rest. First among them is Khairagali. Khairagali is one of the tourist mountain resort towns of the Galyat area of Pakistan, harboring an altitude of 2347m. It is situated in Palak, a Union Council of Murree District in Pakistan's Punjab province.Throughout the colonial days, the British utilised this hill station as a barrier, and one of the British mountain artillery positioned in Rawalpindi during the winter inhabited it over the summertime.

This tourist spot houses a variety of resorts that you can book and enjoy a stay in. From simple and cheap residences to more luxurious and expensive ones, you can browse through a diverse collection before settling on the one that you desire to rent and spend your leisure time in. Street one is a stunning hilly terrain in Khairagali with the best natural landscaping, which is a Galyat zone characteristic. At street one Khairagali, one is treated to a panoramic view of Kashmir's snow-capped Pir Panjal and other mountain ranges. It commands a panoramic view on either side of the ridge. In khairagali, mountains rise from the ground, standing proud and perkily against the sky. The soft, shapely slopes lead the eye inescapably to the stubby evergreen peaks that encompass the area from all sides.

For those wondering, Khairagali has its own marketplace located at a 3.3 km distance named Barian bazaar. There are a series of shops in this bazaar from where you can easily purchase general groceries that you require for your trip. The facilities of a bank and hospital are also available. Other than this, going a short distance uphill from the Khairagali cricket ground, you can find a small khoka that sells chaye, coffee, parathas and your usual snacks that you can relish on the small seating arrangements they have set out in front of the shop.

While you enjoy your relaxing stay at Khairagali, there are a ton of fun activities you can engage in to make your trip even more memorable.

  1. You can embark on a small adventure on a trekking trail that's shrouded by lush green plantations. You’ll even encounter a cow or two grazing at the green pastures so only set on to this trek if you’re not easily frightened by these delightful creatures.
  2. The breathtaking view of the mountainous peaks will have you completely and utterly mesmerized. So wear your joggers and head out for a stroll up and down those winding roads and prepare to be enchanted by the awe-inspiring view that Khairagali has to offer.
  3. Cricket ground is located where locals and tourists can be seen bonding over a game of cricket.

Nearby Attractions

If you’re looking to venture out of Khairagali, then Murree is just a short distance away where all kinds of cuisines are widely available and you can dine in your favourite restaurants. Approximately the same distance apart but in the opposite direction lies Nathiagali (22km), where you can grab a cuppa coffee at Gloria Jeans, a tantalising burger at Jesses, piping hot pizza at New Yorkers or your favourite desi dishes at Afaq hotel or Shinwari.

Situated between two of the most popular hill stations of Pakistan, Murree and Nathiagali, Ayubia National Park is located at an elevation of 8,000 feet above sea level (9.6 km from Khairagali). When you enter the natural forest, you will be greeted by beautiful views of lush green meadows set against a setting of tall pine trees and high mountain slopes. You may also take a trip on the chairlift at Ayubia National Park to experience the beautiful woodland scenery.

Hailed as the highest peak in Galyat Region with a height of 2,800 (9,200 ft), Mushkpuri (17.3 km from Khairagali ) offers a hike like no other. So wear your hiking gear and embark on the hike. From the top of Mushkpuri peak, you get the epic view of Bakote, Jhelum River, the Bagh District of Azad Kashmir, in the south the city of Murree and the Murree Tehsil, as well as Islamabad.

Longing for adventure and some adrenaline rush? Well Samundar Katha Lake (40.5 km from Khairagali), Nathiagali is the perfect place for you to visit. The lake brightly glimmers under the sun, shades of cyan, turquoise, and shimmering blues. This most recent tourist offers boating and zip lining. The zipline at Samundar Katha Lake now has a length of 984 feet (300 metres) and a weight limit of 80 kg. Motorboat activities at Samundar Katha Lake include both large and small boats. Samundar Katha is a relatively recent tourist attraction. Although the region surrounding the lake offers basic amenities such as rest and refreshment places, limited tourist outlets and restaurants, and lots of open parking, there are presently no appropriate provisions for hotels and lodging.

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