How to reach: Regular and direct flight are available to this charming city most often from Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar. The flight duration is changeable according to the departure and destination cities. One can take bus, taxi or local transports to go to Attock comfortably.
AttockFortPunjab: Attock Fort is in Attock City which was the times capital of India ruled by the Sikh State of Kapurthala (1805–1946) and the British Raj (1849–1947). It lies on the bank of River Indus. In the early part of the Christian era it was called as Taxila. After its destruction it was named as Atakha.
Attock Fort at Pindi Point
Kahuta Dam District: Kahuta is situated in Rawalpindi District, Punjab, Pakistan. It is a town and is the headquarters of the Kahuta Tehsil, within Rawalpindi District; this city is about 60 miles (100 km). Kahuta is a district of North-West Punjab Pakistan. Kahuta is one of the modern planned cities,This beautiful city is surrounded by Rawat Lake. It is set in a strategically important position, adjacent to Pakistans western border with India.
It is a city in the northern part of Punjab. This city is 60 km away from Rawalpindi. and the only thing which distinguishes Kahuta from its neighboring cities is the scenic view of Kahuta Lake better known as Rawat Lake, which is another man-made lake made with the help of British Engineers. There is also a beautiful ridge which makes the beauty of this marvelous place far more eye catching and astonishing.
Kahuta Dams
Kahuta Fort District: Kahuta Fort, a uninhabited Historic place, is located on the banks of River Kabul. It is less than 3 miles from the famous Serai Alamgir resting place of Timur’s Tomb. The fort was built in 1635 and is now defunct due to natural causes, but it attracts tourists every month and forms an important tourist stop in Punjab Pakistan.
Map showing Pothohar Area and Kahuta
Kashmir Highway is a spectacular highway connecting Islamabad, heart of Pakistan and picturesque Northern Areas with the wolverine state of Jammu & Kashmir.
About 67 Km-long Kashmir Highway consists two bits: the first bit is between Rawalpindi and Besham, where it has junctions with the M1 Motorway, which is a continuation of Multan Road or Grand Trunk Road. The second bit starts from Besham, and ends in Muzaffarabad, capital of Azad Kashmir.
The highway extends through the middle part of Pothohar Plateau i.e. Upper and Middle Pothohar, comprising Murree Hills and Rawalpindi. The road goes through the next all interesting places: Chakri Interchange, Talli, Lalazar, Saidpur, Athara Hazari, Jhika Gali, Aabpara and Kashmir Colony, itself.
Oad Zikri Waterfalls is a waterfall of serenity and tranquility, located in Salt Ranges of Jhelum District in Punjab Province. Oad Zikri means “Valley of the Saints” in local Urdu language. It is a very spacious valley with different kinds of trees like maple, pine etc.
The Valley is situated 30 Km away from famous Salt Mines of Selaqui. The valley is amidst of lush greenery, surrounded by springs and deodar forests. You will find picturesque scenes around the valley.
A stream gets accumulated after getting soaked into the surrounding rocks and makes a gentle flow downwards, named Chandan Khor (Sandal Forest).
To reach Oad Ziarki Waterfall, by a taxi or funicular for 2.5 hours drive. If you want to make your way there by bicycle then begin from Sahaqui and start riding from there. Facilities are also available for camping, private barbecues, bathrooms, shops etc.
Salt Ranges: Salt Range stretches from the Margala Pass in the east to Jehlum River in the west. It is located 70 Km north of the country’s capital city Islamabad.
It is suggested to visit the Salt Ranges especially at night, when its full glory can be experienced. It is one of the best tourist places in Punjab Nad it is a very exciting experience during pre-summer there. One can find pale yellow colours at its end.
Besides these there are other places like Sonarki, Bhurban, Pinjor, Murree Hills, Naran, Shogran, Choti Ziarat