BALAKOT: A massive fire broke out in Jareed village in Kaghan Valley, destroying seven residential houses completely. The blaze started for unknown reasons and quickly spread through the wooden structures, reducing homes to ashes. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire engulfed houses within minutes, leaving families no time to save belongings. Villagers formed human chains and […]
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World’s largest markhor sculpture debuts in Kaghan Valley
In a landmark unveiling, Kaghan Valley has become home to the world’s largest sculpture of the markhor, Pakistan’s national animal, installed near the Shah Dawood Palace site in the Batakundi area. The imposing statue was crafted by engineer Muhammad Shehzad, who dedicated five years to the project. The sculpture stands 105 feet tall and spans […]
Fire guts historic Naran hotel, 10 shops destroyed
MANSEHRA: A major fire on Thursday gutted the Lalazar Hotel, a historic multi-storey property and the first luxury inn in Naran, along with ten adjoining shops and two godowns, officials said. The blaze erupted in the early hours, causing extensive damage but no loss of life, as the hotel was closed for the winter season. […]
Kaghan Development Authority prepares Rs 37.7 mn project for promotion of ecotourism
Kaghan Development Authority (KDA) has prepared a mega project amounting to Rs 37.7 million to promote ecotourism at scenic Kaghan valley in Mansehra district. Under the project, focus would be made on purchase of vehicles and equipment for speedy disposal of waste and ensuring cleanliness in Kaghan. Officials at the Civil Secretariat told APP that […]
Summer is here and the Kaghan Valley is calling you!
There is nothing more mesmerising and riveting than running across the meadows overgrown with flamboyant flowers that remind you of old Hindi songs. Kaghan Valley, located in Mansehra district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is worth a view. It is among hypnotising and eye-catching sites. The place is enriched with spectacular, dazzling and jaw-dropping scenarios. A trip […]