WHY TO VISIT MUSHKPURI TOP?Mesmerizing Peak of Galiyat Region. “Sky Above, Nature Below, Peace whitnin”
In an Eye View
Mushkpuri is one of the most prominent tourist point in Pakistan visit oftenly by many tourists. The word “Mushkpuri” is originated from a Sanskrit that means a place of “Quietness and Happiness“. As you reach on the top , the sights of wonderful and enchanting views is awaiting there for you. It is 2800 meters high 9200 ft above from the sea level making it the most highest peak of Galiyat located in Ayubia National Park Abbottabad region Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The shortest way to get to it is from 90 kilometers from the north of Islamabad right above of the Dunga Gali There you will find the perfect track for hiking, every step of yours on the track gonna be breathe taking.
The Mission to Top
There are typically two ways to move up from the tracks one leads you from the Nathia gali and the other one leads from Dunga gali. Dunga gali track is considered to be the shorter one as compare to Nathia gali track. Nathia gali track is about 4 km steady track taking you to the top. While Dunga gali track connects you with the Ayubia track oftenly known as Pipeline track. Hiking through this track a way is embedded with greenery and the mesmerizing views of mother nature. Every sight is so soothing and the ascent to the summit is an amazing hike. It resembles a floral carpet and is teeming with broken flowers and lush greenery. Additionally, there is a stunning variety of trees and flowers along this walk. The vista is wonderfully serene and tranquil from the summit. If you begin your trek in Dunga Gali Bazaar, you can also ride a horse to the summit in place of walking.
Pipeline Track:
Mushkpuri Top is reached by the Dungagali to Ayubia Track. The “Pipeline Track” is the name of this song.
This trail travels 4 kilometers from Dunga Gali to Ayubia beside the pipeline. This is a straight walking course that takes 40 to 50 minutes to finish, with a height of about 8,200 feet. You can therefore take advantage of natural marvels like rain, fog, clouds, and breathtaking sunsets.
In addition, the most common bird species observed on route to the Mushkpuri Top are the Yellow Beaked Magpie, Red Blood and Yellow Body Finches, White Cheek or Crested Grey Finch, and a few more species.
The Eatery points in Dunga Gali
The greatest hotels for dining and lodging include:
Weather at the TOP
The seasons have an impact on Mushkpuri’s weather. In the winter, Mushkpuri is covered in snow. The snow has completely blanketed the breathtakingly green plains. The magnificent, frozen mountains are also breathtaking to see. In addition, there’s a stunning view of snow-capped peaks, misty mornings, and blossoming sunsets. In Mushkpuri, snowfall usually occurs in the winter months of December through February. With snow-covered trees and paths, the area transforms into a winter wonderland that makes for a peaceful and gorgeous hiking experience. But during this time, be ready for lower temperatures and maybe slick conditions. But on the other side the summer season is nonetheless is one of the best time to hike across the top. Talking from personal experience the summer hike unfolds the beauty, scenery and the greenery which get hides during winters. Every sight becomes a destination which feels like “Cherry on top“. April to August considers to be appropirate season to go there.
Essentials to carry for Hiking
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The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.”
— Marcel Proust, French novelist