The Karakoram Highway lies in one of the safest part of Pakistan, but expect inhospitable terrain. The more you go north, the safer it becomes, especially between Gilgit and the border pass. When did the Karakoram Highway open? The highway passes through the Karakoram mountain range at an elevation ofRead More →

The entire Siachen Glacier, with all major passes and heights of the Saltoro Ridge (including Sia La, Bilafond La, Gyong La, Yarma La (6,100m), and Chulung La (5,800m).), has been under the administration of India (currently as part of the union territory of Ladakh) since 1984. Where is Karakoram rangeRead More →