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Experience · Hunza
Altit Fort and the Royal Garden
Visit Altit Fort on its cliff above the Hunza river, walk the restored village of Altit Khun and take tea in the shade of the former royal garden.
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Season
- April–October
- Price
- Price to be confirmed
Photo: Shahbazaslam1 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Overview
Altit Fort stands on a sheer rock edge high above the Hunza river, a short distance from Karimabad. Its watchtower is often described as the oldest standing structure in Gilgit-Baltistan, and the fort predates Baltit as the residence of Hunza's rulers.
After restoration by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, with Norwegian support, the fort opened to visitors and the old village around it was rehabilitated. Below it lies the former royal garden, with orchards, an old pond and a women-run restaurant serving Hunza dishes.
- Watchtower considered among the oldest structures in the region
- Cliff-edge views straight down to the Hunza river
- Restored lanes and houses of Altit Khun
- Tea or a light Hunza lunch in the former royal garden
Itinerary
Day 1
Walk through Altit Khun
Narrow lanes of the restored settlement leading up to the fort.
Day 1
Guided visit of the fort
The watchtower, small rooms and the cliff-edge terrace.
Day 1
Royal garden
A stroll beneath the old trees and around the historic pond.
Day 1
Tea or lunch
Local dishes at the women-run restaurant in the garden.
Practical information
- Themes
- History, Culture, Food
- Suitable for
- Culture travellers, Families, Photographers, Private groups
What’s included
Included
- Sample concept: local guide
- Sample concept: fort entry arranged in advance
- Sample concept: tea or light lunch in the garden
Not included
- Transport between Karimabad and Altit
- Additional food and drinks
- Personal purchases
- Gratuities
What to bring
Essential
- Walking shoes for cobbled and uneven lanes
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Light jacket for shaded rooms and the garden
- Water bottle
Optional and useful
- Camera for the river views and garden
- Cash for the restaurant and small purchases
- Light scarf
Good to know
Important notes and restrictions
- Opening times and entry arrangements to be confirmed.
- The cliff-edge terrace is unfenced in places; supervise children closely.
Etiquette
- Dress modestly in the village lanes.
- Ask before photographing residents.
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