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10/04/2024

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19/02/2024

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16/12/2023

...At 08:30 local time on 09/03/2012 the summit of Gasherbrum 1 (Karakorum, Pakistan) was reached for the first time in winter by the Polish mountaineers Adam Bielecki and Janusz Golab. .........................On the same day the alpinists Gerfried Göschl, Nisar Hussain and Cedric Hahlen were seen for the last time on the same mountain.
Denis believes any winter ascent beyond March 1 isn't a winter ascent...

Denis Urubko has confirmed that he will set off for the Karakoram on Dec. 30 to attempt what he calls "the first winter ascent of Gasherbrum I."

03/11/2023

Babusar Pass which is the south eastern connecting route of Gilgit Baltistan with the rest of the country, finally closes down for all types of vehicular transport.
The Pass will likely resume operations in April' 24
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31/07/2023

Lake Lulusar Aerial view
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23/07/2023

⛔ Travel Warning!

Flash floods and landslides have reportedly blocked the main highways including Karakorum Highway, Main Chitral and Neelum valley roads at several places with PDMA warning of another week of heavy downpour in Northern and Central Pakistan.
Travelers are advised to stay clear of the low lying areas including river beds and avoid camping in dangerous spots.

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17/07/2023

Kumrat Valley-Upper Dir-KP
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14/07/2023

Nanga Parbat saw a relatively large number of climbers reaching the summit and coming down safely except for the death of Pawel Kopec, who reportedly suffered heart attack near Camp-4 on the Kinshofer Route. Major chunk of the climbers were escorted by the Nepalese commercial outfits who were micromanaging all facets of an otherwise dangerous climb and it was probably the collective decision of these outfits to skip Camp-4, traditionally established at around 7200m just before the ascend of the Trapezoid towards the summit. For those who were breathing into Oxygen and did not even use their ice axes for the climb, apparently it made little difference to head out from C3 6800m to the summit at 8125m. On the contrary, those who are on NoO2, it was a disaster. This technical flaw in this year’s strategy was pointed out by many including the Lithuanian climber who also played a vital role in salvaging Pakistani rookie Asif Bhatti who was also doing it NoO2.

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10/07/2023

⛔ Travel Warning! Torrential Rains from July 15th

A strong weather system currently hovering in Northern India is likely to enter Eastern and North Eastern Pakistan on July 15th. This weather system has already inundated a large section of North India forcing the Indian government to release excess water in Chenab, Sutlej and Ravi rivers which are currently in high floods in Pakistan. This system is likely to cause similar downpour in Pakistan lasting for at least ten days i.e. from July 15th onwards.

Travelers who intend to visit northern regions during these days are advised to closely follow weather updates better still delay their travel plans till the end of July.
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07/07/2023

⛔️ Travel Warning!
Torrential rains have triggered landslides at various sections of Karakorum Highway disrupting traffic. Tourists have reportedly been stranded for more than 12 hours as the clearance operation is yet to begin.
Meanwhile Babusar Top has received almost 2-inches of snowfall and the administration has closed the pass for general public. The administration has directed tourists to postpone their plans to visit Babusar Top and other tourist spots accessible through it until the snowfall subsides, Babusar-Naran National Highway is reopened, and they are officially allowed to visit the area.

07/07/2023

The Last Man Standing!

Ashurli has turned out to be the hero in Down suit who single-handedly saved the life of the troubled Pakistani rookie climber Asif Bhatti, abandoning his own summit push.
On July 3rd, during his ascent towards the summit of Nanga Parbat, Ashruli found two battered climbers struggling to get hold of the situation. Polish climber Pawel Kopec of Poland had apparently suffered a heart attack and died in the hands of Ashurli. Bhatti was also exhausted and snow blinded. Ashurli decided to abandon his summit push and decided to help Bhatti. Ashurli also confirmed that there were multiple climbers including a group of Italians who descended without offering any help, leaving them alone on the top. Ashurli helped Bhatti descend to Camp-3. They have now been safely rescued by Pakistani climbers Fazl Ali and Muhammad Younus from above the Kinshofer wall after struggling to stay alive on Nanga for four days.

According to the last reports, both climbers have safely reached Base Camp. Ashurli has a stellar climbing record and has done multiple 8000ers. Climbing has now concluded on Nanga Parbat as the Monsoon sets in Pakistan and is likely to resume in Autumn again.

30/05/2023

Standing at 8,850m ASL, Mount Everest is the highest yet the most frequently climbed mountain in the world. This, however, wasn't the case when Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary scaled it for the first time exactly 70 years ago. Their unparalleled feat with gear which was far-from-reasonable, reiterates the strength of ambition and perseverance.

06/05/2023

Along the sites of ancient Buddhist Monasteries of Taxila, this cave was excavated to find the remains of humans from Neolithic and Mesolithic Period i.e. 7000-10000 BC commonly known as Ice Age.

Along the sites of ancient Buddhist Monasteries of Taxila, this cave was excavated to find the remains of humans from Neolithic and Mesolithic Period i.e. 70...

03/05/2023

Nomadic Bee farmers in Pakistan are playing a vital role in conserving and propagating bee population which is otherwise under serious threat with the extens...

26/04/2023

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The tragic story of Maciej Berbeka, one of the greatest Polish Ice Warrior who was haunted by Broad Peak for 25 years of his life until he decided to return to the mountain to set the score straight. Pakistan Explorer investigates the events which led to the death of Berbeka on Broad Peak Winter Expedition 2012-13.

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The tragic story of Maciej Berbeka, one of the greatest Polish Ice Warrior who was haunted by Broad Peak for 25 years of his life until he decided to return ...

23/04/2023

⛔️Travel Advisory!
According to the Deputy Commissioner Office Mansehra, Naran Road is again blocked due to the slide of the glacier between Kaghan and Naran, barring road access to Naran. The glacier famously known as 'Lammi Patti' in local dialect, was cut through by the district administration during Ramadan to pave way for Naran on Eid holidays. The DC office circular says it will take a few days to clear the passage for tourists and travelers.
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23/04/2023

In the second and last part of the series, we tried to get access to some of the old and majestic Churches and Chapels in Murree, which sadly, we didn't get. However, we did get access to some of the old colonial buildings which are now being utilized as hotels and resorts and are kept in commendable conditions.

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In the second and last part of the series, we tried to get access to some of the old and majestic Churches and Chapels in Murree, which sadly, we didn't get....

15/04/2023

Pakistan Explorer goes on a spree to explore and re-discover the rich history and heritage of Pakistan which has somehow survived the wrath of time. First part of the Colonial Heritage of Murree, we were surprised to find a grand Postal Museum showcasing some well preserved relics of the past. We are indebted to Mr. Ayub Mongol, Deputy Senior Postmaster of GPO Murree to allow and facilitate us in his beautiful museum.

Pakistan Explorer goes on a spree to explore and re-discover the rich history and heritage of Pakistan which has somehow survived the wrath of time. First pa...

12/04/2023

The collapse of the US$ is imminent. The growing polarization in the world will decide the fate of global trade and International relations. How will this effect Pakistan at large and how Pakistanis can mitigate the aftermath of such a collapse?

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The collapse of the USD is imminent. The growing polarization in the world will decide the fate of global trade and International relations. How will this ef...

31/03/2023

Pakistan Explorer recommends these top ten scenic and least explored places which must be on your bucket list this summer!

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17/03/2023

According to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, Gods reside on top of the mountains and no one can reach the top without their blessings and permission. Through the course of climbing history, there are hundreds of incident which have been validated by well known personalities but could not be explained by logic. Watch the video to learn some of the most intriguing events of all https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbXhkh6gu0k

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According to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, Gods reside on top of the mountains and no one can reach the top without their blessings and permission. Through t...

12/03/2023

What was started by Poles 40 years ago eventually culminated in 2021 with Nepali Sherpas ascending to the top of the ‘King of The Mountains’.
A brief history of K2 Winter climbing, gains and losses, death and drama on the Granite Behemoth which successfully eluded winter attempts for four decades.

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What was started by Poles 40 years ago eventually culminated in 2021 with Nepali Sherpas ascending to the top of the ‘King of The Mountains’. A brief history...

04/03/2023

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The climbing world is currently undergoing a tectonic shift as the Sherpas of Nepal have gradually overtaken the centuries old climbing traditions dominated by the western climbers. Only time will tell if the sport is going to evolve in a better way or will it be destroyed forever?

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The climbing world is currently undergoing a tectonic shift as the Sherpas of Nepal have gradually overtaken the centuries old climbing traditions dominated ...

26/02/2023

Today, Feb 26th, 2016, after a nerve-wrecking spree of around 30 years, Nanga Parbat was finally taken down for the first time in winters. Nanga, back then, was the second of the last two 8000ers never climbed in winters. Simone Moro , Alex Txikon and @.sadpara (late) were able to reach the summit while @ stopped at the bottom of the trapezoid due to her physical condition. The team followed the Kinshofer route for the ascent.

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24/02/2023

Trashed Karakorums: Climber Accidentally consumes Human Faeces
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18/02/2023

Chitral Winter Ice Hockey Festival!

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