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AJK Tourism industry suffers as Pakistan-India relations remain tense

NEELUM VALLEY (Kashmir English): Heightened tensions between Pakistan and India have led to empty hotel rooms and deserted roads at the start of what is normally peak tourist season amidst the towering peaks and lush valleys of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). Tensions between the nuclear-armed arch-rivals have soared since India accused Pakistan of backing

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AJK tourism at risk due to persistent roads closure, people call for action

Kashmir, Tourism / Areeba

NEELUM VALLEY (Kashmir English): The connecting roads to beautiful tourist destinations in the upper reaches of the Neelum Valley such as Shunthar, Patlian, Ratti Gali and Baboon have been closed for the past six months making it inaccessible for tourist and causing risk to AJK tourism. Tourists are returning from the beautiful valley with great

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AJK Tourism: Discover hidden gem of Kali Mandal Village in Leepa Valley

Kashmir, Tourism / Areeba

LEEPA VALLEY (Kashmir English): Tucked away in the breathtaking scenery of Leepa Valley lies enchanting “Kali Mandal village”, which is located just one kilometer from Munda Kali Bela. This high-altitude village, due to its beauty, location and natural views, offers a glimpse of the famous place “Urang Kel” of the Neelum Valley. Dense forests, picturesque waterfalls, and

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Channian park in Leepa Valley faces neglect despite natural beauty

Kashmir, Tourism / Laila Tariq

LEEPA VALLEY (Kashmir English): Tucked away in the scenic village of Channian, the only park in the area, the Channian park, stands as a beautiful retreat surrounded by lush green forests, tall mountains, and old-fashioned watermills. Qazi Nag stream creates a natural appeal near the park which draws people to its peaceful atmosphere. Channian park,

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AJK govt to install chairlifts in Ratti Gali, Baboon Valley, Arang Kel, Taobat

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MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): In a significant step to boost tourism in the region, the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has decided to install chairlifts in Ratti Gali, Baboon Valley, Arang Kel, and Taobat. Talking to the media in Taobat, Director General of the Tourism Department, Chaudhry Mehrban, has said that the preparations for a

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Leepa Valley in danger: Forest destruction alarms locals, experts

Kashmir, Must Read, Tourism / Syed GM Bukhari

LEEPA VALLEY (Kashmir English): Illegal logging in Leepa Valley, reported by locals and experts, is threatening the region’s environment and tourism as the government fails to take enough action. Tourists praise Leepa Valley and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) for its awe-inspiring scenery and its abundant forests and dreamlike setting yet this destination now deals with

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British MPs to explore investment opportunities in AJK’s tourism industry

Tourism, Trending In Kashmir / Areeba

MANCHESTER (Kashmir English): UK Parliamentarians Iqbal Muhammad and Naz Shah expressed an interest to enhance Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s (AJK) tourism sector. MP Muhammad met with Chaudhry Abdul Rehman, Secretary, of the AJK Tourism & Archaeology Department, to discuss various investment and engagement potential in AJK‘s tourism sector. They discussed the considerable potential of AJK

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AJK govt fails to take steps to promote tourism in Neelum, reveals survey

Kashmir, Tourism / Tahir Chaudhary

NEELUM (Kashmir Digital): Despite all the threats from the enemy along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Neelum Valley, local people have invested all their savings to establish guest houses for the promotion of tourism in the region but the government has failed to capitalize the spirit. The government has shown no interest

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Rubies of Neelum: Unlocking economic potential in Azad Kashmir

Kashmir, Tourism / Syed GM Bukhari

NEELUM VALLEY (Kashmir English): Neelum Valley in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) is not only famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, dense forests, snow-covered mountains, and crystal-clear streams but also holds within its mountains a lesser-known yet invaluable treasure: minerals. Among these, the most precious and globally recognised gem is the Rubies of Neelum, known in Urdu

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Trade, tourism in Hattian Bala flourish after Eid holidays

Kashmir, Tourism / Umar Bhatti

HATTIAN BALA (Kashmir English): Trade and tourism in Hattian Bala flourish after the Eid holidays. The streets of Jhelum Valley within the Hattian Bala district, Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK), have renewed their flow of traffic. The local population is returning to their residence while business centers resume complete operational status. Since the Eid holidays the roads

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