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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaghan_Valley
The Kaghan Valley (Urdu: وادی کاغان) is a valley in the north-east of Mansehra District of the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan. It attracts many tourists from around the country. The inhabitants were affected by the earthquake disaster on 8 October 2005.
The Kaghan valley is named after the town of Kaghan rather than for the Kunhar River which flows through the length of the valley. The valley extends 155 km, rising from an elevation of 2,134 feet (650 m) to its highest point, the Babusar Pass, at 13,690 feet (4,170 m). Popular languages are Hindko and Gojri, while Urdu, Pakistan's national language is also familiar among the locals. The region is Alpine in geography and climate, with forests and meadows dominating the landscape below peaks that reach over 17,000 feet.
Its mountains, dales, lakes, water-falls, streams and glaciers are still in a pristine state. Kaghan is at its best during summer (from May to September). In May the temperature ranges between a maximum of 11 °C (52 °F) and a minimum of 3 °C (37 °F). From the middle of July up to the end of September the road beyond Naran is open right up to Babusar Pass. Movement is restricted during the monsoon and winter seasons. The Kaghan area can reached by road via the towns of Balakot, Abbottabad and Mansehra. In Balakot, one may find buses and other transports to reach Kaghan or Naran.
The road from Balakot ascends along the Kunhar River through lovely forests and the villages of Paras, Shinu, Jared and Mahandri. The valley is somewhat narrow along this stretch and the views are limited but as you ascend, the surrounding peaks come into view. One spot that is quite famous for its spectacular view and scenery is 'Shogran'. This village, surrounded by peaks and forests, is east of the main Kunhar River. It hosts the famous Siri Payee Lake mountain with breathtaking views at its top.
Kaghan Valley is home to many a tourist attractions, especially its lakes. There are more than a dozen big and small lakes in the valley, but three are more popular among the tourists: Saiful Muluk Lake, Dudipatsar Lake and Lulusar Lake.
Saiful Muluk, named in a folktale—the Qissa Saiful Muluk—about a romance between a Persia prince and a fairy princess. In the folktale. The lake is mentioned as the meeting site of the lovers in the folktale. lake Saiful Muluk is 10,578 feet (3,224 m) above the sea level, it is one of the highest and most beautiful lakes in Pakistan. The water of this over a mile in diameter oval shaped lake is spectacularly clear with a slight green tone..
It is accessible by a motor-able road during the summer months or can be reached by tracking from the nearest village Naran, some 10 kilometers away in four to five hours. The clarity of the water comes from the multiple glaciers all around the high basin feeding the lake.
Dudipat Lake is enclosed with high peaks. It is one of the hardest places to reach in the valley, requiring a tough hike lasting four to seven hours. The hike is rewarding, as tourists are greeted with green pastures and the lake's blue-green waters.
Lulusar Lake is approximately 48 kilometers away from Naran and has an altitude of 10,910 feet (3,330 m). Surrounded by wildflowers in almost all colors imaginable, this lake is the main source for the Kunhar River. Lake Lulusar is said to be one of the most tranquil spots on the Kaghan Valley, the lake is fenced by snow capped mountains whose image is reflected on the standstill blue-green waters of this approximately three kilometers long "L" shaped lake. Jared is a very beautiful village with having special attraction for tourists,In this village there is one small industry of wood working which is point of attention for visitors.The peoples of this village are mostly Hindko speakers and mostly belonged to Swati caste.This village is about 80 km from Mansehra city and almost 40 km from Naran.
There are many hotels in the Naran valley. One of the most popular is the New Cecil Hotel. Among other Fairy land Hotel is also situated in midway of kaghan valley near Malakandi with exciting natural scenaries,
Fishing is the chief sport in Kaghan. Brown Trout and Mahasher are stocked in pure silvery waters in the upper parts of the valley. The Kunhar river trout is considered to be the best throughout the sub-continent. Fishing licenses are issued by the 'Fisheries Department at Naran' or by the 'Trout Hatchery' at Shinu. Apart from this there are some other private trout fish farms at Kawai (also spelled as Kiwai) and Kahania, these are owned by pine park hotels, a well known hotel chain in Kaghan valley.
Onwards a 3 hour drive away from Shogran is Naran. It is a small tourist village open only during the tourist season of May to September. The rest of the time it is covered with snow. All visitors come to Naran to pay a visit to the Saiful Muluk Lake (10,500 feet) 6 miles east of town. If the road is open transportation by jeep can be arranged. If the road is closed, it is an easy, gradual three-hour walk, and the lake is a lovely spot for a picnic.
If you are walking directly up-valley from Naran to Babusar "Top" the loveliest spots to camp on this trail is at "Lulusar Lake". Located just before the final grade to Babusar Top and surrounded by tall peaks, Lulusar is just one many high elevation lakes that sit along the crest of the ridge.
One of the most interesting features of the Kaghan area is the Gujar (herder) families you'll see along the way bringing their animals up to the summer pastures. The Kaghan valley is one of their most popular destinations in Pakistan. You will find them camped along the road in their tents or moving up the valley with their goats, sheep and pack animals around the start of summer and on their way back to lower altitudes around the beginning of winter.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaghan_Valley
The Kaghan Valley (Urdu: وادی کاغان) is a valley in the north-east of Mansehra District of the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan. It attracts many tourists from around the country. The inhabitants were affected by the earthquake disaster on 8 October 2005.
The Kaghan valley is named after the town of Kaghan rather than for the Kunhar River which flows through the length of the valley. The valley extends 155 km, rising from an elevation of 2,134 feet (650 m) to its highest point, the Babusar Pass, at 13,690 feet (4,170 m). Popular languages are Hindko and Gojri, while Urdu, Pakistan's national language is also familiar among the locals. The region is Alpine in geography and climate, with forests and meadows dominating the landscape below peaks that reach over 17,000 feet.
Its mountains, dales, lakes, water-falls, streams and glaciers are still in a pristine state. Kaghan is at its best during summer (from May to September). In May the temperature ranges between a maximum of 11 °C (52 °F) and a minimum of 3 °C (37 °F). From the middle of July up to the end of September the road beyond Naran is open right up to Babusar Pass. Movement is restricted during the monsoon and winter seasons. The Kaghan area can reached by road via the towns of Balakot, Abbottabad and Mansehra. In Balakot, one may find buses and other transports to reach Kaghan or Naran.
The road from Balakot ascends along the Kunhar River through lovely forests and the villages of Paras, Shinu, Jared and Mahandri. The valley is somewhat narrow along this stretch and the views are limited but as you ascend, the surrounding peaks come into view. One spot that is quite famous for its spectacular view and scenery is 'Shogran'. This village, surrounded by peaks and forests, is east of the main Kunhar River. It hosts the famous Siri Payee Lake mountain with breathtaking views at its top.
Kaghan Valley is home to many a tourist attractions, especially its lakes. There are more than a dozen big and small lakes in the valley, but three are more popular among the tourists: Saiful Muluk Lake, Dudipatsar Lake and Lulusar Lake.
Saiful Muluk, named in a folktale—the Qissa Saiful Muluk—about a romance between a Persia prince and a fairy princess. In the folktale. The lake is mentioned as the meeting site of the lovers in the folktale. lake Saiful Muluk is 10,578 feet (3,224 m) above the sea level, it is one of the highest and most beautiful lakes in Pakistan. The water of this over a mile in diameter oval shaped lake is spectacularly clear with a slight green tone..
It is accessible by a motor-able road during the summer months or can be reached by tracking from the nearest village Naran, some 10 kilometers away in four to five hours. The clarity of the water comes from the multiple glaciers all around the high basin feeding the lake.
Dudipat Lake is enclosed with high peaks. It is one of the hardest places to reach in the valley, requiring a tough hike lasting four to seven hours. The hike is rewarding, as tourists are greeted with green pastures and the lake's blue-green waters.
Lulusar Lake is approximately 48 kilometers away from Naran and has an altitude of 10,910 feet (3,330 m). Surrounded by wildflowers in almost all colors imaginable, this lake is the main source for the Kunhar River. Lake Lulusar is said to be one of the most tranquil spots on the Kaghan Valley, the lake is fenced by snow capped mountains whose image is reflected on the standstill blue-green waters of this approximately three kilometers long "L" shaped lake. Jared is a very beautiful village with having special attraction for tourists,In this village there is one small industry of wood working which is point of attention for visitors.The peoples of this village are mostly Hindko speakers and mostly belonged to Swati caste.This village is about 80 km from Mansehra city and almost 40 km from Naran.
There are many hotels in the Naran valley. One of the most popular is the New Cecil Hotel. Among other Fairy land Hotel is also situated in midway of kaghan valley near Malakandi with exciting natural scenaries,
Fishing is the chief sport in Kaghan. Brown Trout and Mahasher are stocked in pure silvery waters in the upper parts of the valley. The Kunhar river trout is considered to be the best throughout the sub-continent. Fishing licenses are issued by the 'Fisheries Department at Naran' or by the 'Trout Hatchery' at Shinu. Apart from this there are some other private trout fish farms at Kawai (also spelled as Kiwai) and Kahania, these are owned by pine park hotels, a well known hotel chain in Kaghan valley.
Onwards a 3 hour drive away from Shogran is Naran. It is a small tourist village open only during the tourist season of May to September. The rest of the time it is covered with snow. All visitors come to Naran to pay a visit to the Saiful Muluk Lake (10,500 feet) 6 miles east of town. If the road is open transportation by jeep can be arranged. If the road is closed, it is an easy, gradual three-hour walk, and the lake is a lovely spot for a picnic.
If you are walking directly up-valley from Naran to Babusar "Top" the loveliest spots to camp on this trail is at "Lulusar Lake". Located just before the final grade to Babusar Top and surrounded by tall peaks, Lulusar is just one many high elevation lakes that sit along the crest of the ridge.
One of the most interesting features of the Kaghan area is the Gujar (herder) families you'll see along the way bringing their animals up to the summer pastures. The Kaghan valley is one of their most popular destinations in Pakistan. You will find them camped along the road in their tents or moving up the valley with their goats, sheep and pack animals around the start of summer and on their way back to lower altitudes around the beginning of winter.
I have long wanted to shoot a series of forest landscape images similar in style to a famous Russian landscape painter Ivan Shishkin. I absolutely love his work and it really helps me with my photography. There is a lot to learn from Shishkin's paintings in terms of composition and lighting and studying his paintings has helped me tremendously...
The PTDC Motel, Naran is located on the banks of the Kunhar River, known for its Trout fishing. The Motel is spread over a 20 acre compound having standard rooms, huts and economy rooms. There are also 3 VIP cottages overlooking the Motel on the adjacent mountain top. The restaurant with its choice of western and Pakistani cuisine is always willing to oblige anglers with excellently prepared trout. A TV lounge near the restaurant overlooks the lush green lawns. The Motel offers Telephone, Satellite TV, Indoor Games, Children park, Rent-a-Jeep and Laundry facilities. Visiting Saif-ul-Muluk, lalazar, Batkundi or simply relaxing in this gentle valley, the experience at the PTDC Motel is guaranteed to be a memorable one.
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Another shot from my time up on the west coast of Scotland. I'm a big fan of habitat style images and wanted to try and show the Pine Marten in their woodland environment - hopefully I've achieved that here.
Changla Gali is a hill station located in the Galiyat, are which borders NWFP and Punjab, starting at Murree and ending at Thandiani.
The Galiyat are popular due to the cool weather and beautiful scenery. They are also very closely located to areas with high population.
Changla Gali is one of the smaller resorts, most people preferring to stay at either Nathiagali or Murree.
The mountains are covered by thick pine forests which give the Galiyat a unique character. It is one of the greenest areas of Pakistan and receives better rainfall than most areas. The resorts were developed by the British and you will see a lot of colonial influence there.
The natural beauty of the area lies in the pine forests which are a haven for wildlife and insects. Rhesus Monkeys wait to be fed by curious tourists who may have arrived from busy urban areas and have never seen wildlife so close and taking food from them. Other wild animals which occur here are Leopards, Red Fox, Porcupine, Wild Cats, Black Bear, Pheasants and a large diversity of small birds including Tits, Woodpeckers, Tree-creepers, Warblers and Parakeets. There are plenty of walking trails in the Galiyat and some lead to the highest peaks of Miranjani and Mukshpuri, both which can be done in a day.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Changla_Gali
Changla Gali is one of the tourist mountain resort towns of the Galyat area of Pakistan, it has an altitude of 2559m[1]. During British rule it was the headquarters of the Northern Command School of Musketry.[2]
Changla Gali is located in Seer Gharbi which is a Union Council of Abbottabad District, it is located 16km north from the more famous Galyat town of Murree in Rawalpindi District[1].
Am 18. Juli 2025 lag die Region rund um Kamari auf der Peloponnes unter klarem Himmel mit Temperaturen um 31 °C. Ein leichter Wind vom Golf von Korinth brachte Abkühlung, und die Sicht reichte weit über Meer, Hügelland und die umliegenden Gebirgsketten.
Kamari, gelegen an der Nordküste der Peloponnes, gehört zur Gemeinde Xylokastro-Evrostini. In der näheren Umgebung finden sich mehrere historische und kulturell bedeutsame Orte. Das Kloster Moni Panagia Korifis, erreichbar über eine kurvenreiche Bergstraße, geht auf byzantinische Ursprünge zurück und ist in späteren Jahrhunderten mehrfach umgebaut worden. Der heutige Gebäudekomplex besteht aus einer kleinen Hauptkirche mit Kuppel, die von umgebenden Mönchszellen und Wirtschaftsgebäuden eingerahmt wird. Fresken und Ikonen im Inneren zeugen von der religiösen Kunst und liturgischen Tradition der Region. Die Lage auf einem Hügel erlaubt einen weiten Blick über das Tal bis zum Meer, was dem Ort in der Vergangenheit auch strategische Bedeutung verlieh. Archäologische Spuren deuten auf ältere Kultstätten hin, die möglicherweise vorchristlichen Ursprungs sind, bevor die Anlage im Mittelalter zur christlichen Klosterstätte wurde.
Entlang des Fonissa-Flusses, der sich durch eine enge Schlucht windet, liegen mehrere Natur- und Kulturobjekte von historischem Interesse. Der Fonissa entspringt im Westen der Region Korinthia und fließt durch eine markante Schlucht, bevor er zwischen Kato Loutro und Kamari in den Golf von Korinth mündet. In der Antike bildete der Bach die natürliche Grenze des antiken Pellene. Der Name „Fonissa“ (weibliche Mörderin) verweist auf die Gefährlichkeit des Wassers bei Hochwasser, wenn die Strömung in der engen Schlucht besonders stark ist. An einer Stelle befindet sich eine Höhle, die sowohl geologisch als auch archäologisch bedeutsam ist. Die Höhle weist Karstformationen auf, die sich über Jahrtausende durch die Auswaschung des Kalksteins gebildet haben. Funde von Keramikscherben und Spuren von Feuerstellen deuten auf eine Nutzung als Schutzraum in der Antike und möglicherweise schon in prähistorischer Zeit hin. Die Schlucht selbst war über Jahrhunderte ein schwer zugänglicher Naturraum und bot Rückzugsorte während politischer Unruhen. Alte Pfade, die heute teils als Wanderwege genutzt werden, verbinden die Siedlungen im Tal mit den Höhenlagen und waren früher wichtige Verbindungslinien für Handel und Versorgung.
Der Küstenbereich bei Kamari ist ebenfalls historisch gewachsen. Reste von Befestigungen und kleinere Hafenanlagen deuten auf eine intensive Nutzung der Küste in vergangenen Jahrhunderten hin. Die Nähe zur antiken Stadt Sikyon und die Lage an der Handelsroute zwischen dem Golf von Korinth und dem peloponnesischen Binnenland machten den Ort zu einem Knotenpunkt lokaler und regionaler Wirtschaft. In osmanischer Zeit dienten die kleinen Häfen vor allem der Verschiffung landwirtschaftlicher Produkte. Viele der heutigen Gebäude im Ortskern zeigen Elemente traditioneller Architektur mit Natursteinmauern, Ziegeldächern und Holzläden, die im 19. und frühen 20. Jahrhundert typisch für Küstendörfer der Region waren.
Die Natur in und um Kamari bietet eine große landschaftliche Vielfalt. Entlang der Küste wechseln sich Kies- und Sandstrände mit felsigen Abschnitten ab, in deren Spalten Muscheln, Krebse und kleinere Fische leben. Das Wasser im Golf von Korinth ist in den Sommermonaten warm und klar, was die Entwicklung von Seegraswiesen begünstigt. Diese sind Lebensraum für zahlreiche marine Organismen und tragen zur Stabilisierung des Ökosystems bei. Der Fonissa-Fluss entspringt im Gebirge und führt, abhängig von der Jahreszeit, unterschiedlich viel Wasser. Im Frühjahr und nach Regenfällen ist er wasserreich und bildet kleine Kaskaden, während er im Sommer stellenweise trockenfallen kann. Entlang seines Laufs gedeihen Platanen, Weiden und Oleander, die Schatten und Schutz für verschiedene Tierarten bieten.
Die Schlucht des Fonissa ist geprägt von steilen Felswänden, an denen sich Kletterpflanzen wie Efeu und Wilder Wein ausbreiten. In den kühleren und feuchteren Abschnitten wachsen Moose und Farne, während die trockeneren Hänge von Macchie-Vegetation mit Wacholder, Zistrose und Thymian bedeckt sind. Die Tierwelt reicht von Insekten wie Schmetterlingen und Libellen über Reptilien wie Eidechsen und Schlangen bis zu Vögeln wie Wiedehopf, Turmfalke und Mönchsgeier.
Das Hinterland ist landwirtschaftlich geprägt: Olivenhaine, Zitrusplantagen und Weinberge bestimmen das Landschaftsbild. Die Böden sind meist kalkhaltig und bieten günstige Bedingungen für mediterrane Nutzpflanzen. In höheren Lagen nahe des Klosters wachsen Pinien- und Zypressenwälder, die in den heißen Sommermonaten ein kühleres Mikroklima schaffen. Die dortigen Wälder bieten Lebensraum für Kleinsäuger, Igel und eine Vielzahl von Singvögeln.
Die geologischen Gegebenheiten der Region sind stark vom Kalkstein geprägt, der durch Erosion und Verkarstung zahlreiche Höhlen und Spalten bildet. Diese geologischen Strukturen haben nicht nur landschaftliche, sondern auch ökologische Bedeutung, da sie als Wasserreservoirs dienen und Mikrohabitate für spezialisierte Tier- und Pflanzenarten schaffen. Der Wechsel von Küsten-, Fluss- und Berglandschaften auf engem Raum macht die Region zu einem vielfältigen Naturraum mit hoher Biodiversität.
Die Region Kamari mit Kloster Moni Panagia Korifis, der Fonissa-Schlucht und der Küste ist ein Ziel mit kulturellen, historischen und landschaftlichen Sehenswürdigkeiten.
Wikipedia: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peloponnes
Weblink: xylokastro-evrostini.gov.gr
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Thought these were sticky-bun boletes (Suillus granulatus ) but it seems I was on the wrong track. Found on pine forest floor in old coastal dune sand at New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand. ID suggestions welcome.
Now leaning towards Giant flamecaps (Gymnopilus junonius)
The Pines of Roche are a short cycle from Camping Rosaleda and Conil and are a really beautiful place to visit. The Pines are beautiful trees and provide great shade in such a dry sandy climate and it is an important area of conversation that needs to be protected.
Pinar de Roche is located on the Andalusian Atlantic coast, next to the village of the same name, in the city of Conil de la Frontera, Cadiz province. It occupies an area of approximately 689.18 hectares.
Natural and forest areas preside. The stone pine forest, for example, occupies more than 30% of the territory, and scrubland made up of mastic trees and conifers extends for practically the same amount. The remaining area is made up of wooded, coniferous pastures scattered with recent logging and forest plantations and some crops on the banks of the streams that cross the land.
Birdlife is possibly the most abundant species within the scope of the SAC, boasting sedentary, numerous summer species, and also wintering avifauna. In fact, the area is situated in the Playa de la Barrosa-Cabo Roche migratory corridor, part of the eastern Atlantic flight path, where the remarkable passage of almost 10,000 spoonbills takes place every year.
In the cliff areas, the laridae stand out due to their numbers and uniqueness, with the peregrine falcon and lesser kestrel also nesting on the cliff, competing for the hollows. Among the seagulls that can be seen around the cliff area is the rare Audouin´s gull. The reptile group also stands out for the presence of the common chameleon and the Mediterranean turtle. It is for this reason that this Special Area of Conservation is considered a place of interest for this group of vertebrates.
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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaghan_Valley
The Kaghan Valley (Urdu: وادی کاغان) is a valley in the north-east of Mansehra District of the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan. It attracts many tourists from around the country. The inhabitants were affected by the earthquake disaster on 8 October 2005.
The Kaghan valley is named after the town of Kaghan rather than for the Kunhar River which flows through the length of the valley. The valley extends 155 km, rising from an elevation of 2,134 feet (650 m) to its highest point, the Babusar Pass, at 13,690 feet (4,170 m). Popular languages are Hindko and Gojri, while Urdu, Pakistan's national language is also familiar among the locals. The region is Alpine in geography and climate, with forests and meadows dominating the landscape below peaks that reach over 17,000 feet.
Its mountains, dales, lakes, water-falls, streams and glaciers are still in a pristine state. Kaghan is at its best during summer (from May to September). In May the temperature ranges between a maximum of 11 °C (52 °F) and a minimum of 3 °C (37 °F). From the middle of July up to the end of September the road beyond Naran is open right up to Babusar Pass. Movement is restricted during the monsoon and winter seasons. The Kaghan area can reached by road via the towns of Balakot, Abbottabad and Mansehra. In Balakot, one may find buses and other transports to reach Kaghan or Naran.
The road from Balakot ascends along the Kunhar River through lovely forests and the villages of Paras, Shinu, Jared and Mahandri. The valley is somewhat narrow along this stretch and the views are limited but as you ascend, the surrounding peaks come into view. One spot that is quite famous for its spectacular view and scenery is 'Shogran'. This village, surrounded by peaks and forests, is east of the main Kunhar River. It hosts the famous Siri Payee Lake mountain with breathtaking views at its top.
Kaghan Valley is home to many a tourist attractions, especially its lakes. There are more than a dozen big and small lakes in the valley, but three are more popular among the tourists: Saiful Muluk Lake, Dudipatsar Lake and Lulusar Lake.
Saiful Muluk, named in a folktale—the Qissa Saiful Muluk—about a romance between a Persia prince and a fairy princess. In the folktale. The lake is mentioned as the meeting site of the lovers in the folktale. lake Saiful Muluk is 10,578 feet (3,224 m) above the sea level, it is one of the highest and most beautiful lakes in Pakistan. The water of this over a mile in diameter oval shaped lake is spectacularly clear with a slight green tone..
It is accessible by a motor-able road during the summer months or can be reached by tracking from the nearest village Naran, some 10 kilometers away in four to five hours. The clarity of the water comes from the multiple glaciers all around the high basin feeding the lake.
Dudipat Lake is enclosed with high peaks. It is one of the hardest places to reach in the valley, requiring a tough hike lasting four to seven hours. The hike is rewarding, as tourists are greeted with green pastures and the lake's blue-green waters.
Lulusar Lake is approximately 48 kilometers away from Naran and has an altitude of 10,910 feet (3,330 m). Surrounded by wildflowers in almost all colors imaginable, this lake is the main source for the Kunhar River. Lake Lulusar is said to be one of the most tranquil spots on the Kaghan Valley, the lake is fenced by snow capped mountains whose image is reflected on the standstill blue-green waters of this approximately three kilometers long "L" shaped lake. Jared is a very beautiful village with having special attraction for tourists,In this village there is one small industry of wood working which is point of attention for visitors.The peoples of this village are mostly Hindko speakers and mostly belonged to Swati caste.This village is about 80 km from Mansehra city and almost 40 km from Naran.
There are many hotels in the Naran valley. One of the most popular is the New Cecil Hotel. Among other Fairy land Hotel is also situated in midway of kaghan valley near Malakandi with exciting natural scenaries,
Fishing is the chief sport in Kaghan. Brown Trout and Mahasher are stocked in pure silvery waters in the upper parts of the valley. The Kunhar river trout is considered to be the best throughout the sub-continent. Fishing licenses are issued by the 'Fisheries Department at Naran' or by the 'Trout Hatchery' at Shinu. Apart from this there are some other private trout fish farms at Kawai (also spelled as Kiwai) and Kahania, these are owned by pine park hotels, a well known hotel chain in Kaghan valley.
Onwards a 3 hour drive away from Shogran is Naran. It is a small tourist village open only during the tourist season of May to September. The rest of the time it is covered with snow. All visitors come to Naran to pay a visit to the Saiful Muluk Lake (10,500 feet) 6 miles east of town. If the road is open transportation by jeep can be arranged. If the road is closed, it is an easy, gradual three-hour walk, and the lake is a lovely spot for a picnic.
If you are walking directly up-valley from Naran to Babusar "Top" the loveliest spots to camp on this trail is at "Lulusar Lake". Located just before the final grade to Babusar Top and surrounded by tall peaks, Lulusar is just one many high elevation lakes that sit along the crest of the ridge.
One of the most interesting features of the Kaghan area is the Gujar (herder) families you'll see along the way bringing their animals up to the summer pastures. The Kaghan valley is one of their most popular destinations in Pakistan. You will find them camped along the road in their tents or moving up the valley with their goats, sheep and pack animals around the start of summer and on their way back to lower altitudes around the beginning of winter.
I first visited Thandiani in the year 2000. I can never forget waking up in the morning and the weather being so cold. It is an extremely peaceful place and one for those who love serene areas. If you want to escape the crowds of the other summer hill stations then Thandiani is the right place to go. It is an amazing place which helps you relax and unwind and allows you to think without causing stress. It is a good place for those wanting a quiet break with the family or honeymooning couples. It is a superb place for nature lovers. The area is lush green resulting in dense forests thriving with birdlife. One can go for walks and delve into the forests to explore the wilderness.
If you have not been then do take a trip. You will relax and unwind and forget about the busy life you had.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thandiani
Thandiani (literally meaning 'Very Cold') is a hill station in the Galyat area of Pakistan.
Thandiani was established as a Sanatorium during British rule, for the convenience of officers stationed at the neighbouring cantonment of Abbottabad, it contained some European houses and a small bazaar, which were occupied only during the summer months[1]
Most of local population belongs to the Sarrara tribe.
Thandiani is located in the south of Abbottabad District at 34°13'60N 73°22'0E[2] and is about 31 kilometres from Abbottabad city at the foothills of the Himalayas. To the east beyond the Kunhar River lie the snow covered mountain ranges of Kashmir. Visible to the north and northeast are the mountains of Kohistan and Kaghan. To the northwest are snowy ranges of Swat and Chitral. The hills of Thandiani are about 9,000 feet (2,750 m) above sea level.
The mountains around it are thickly forested. Local wildlife include leopards, monkeys, pheasants and the flying squirrel, to name a few.
The area and its surrounding villages were damaged by the 2005 Kashmir Earthquake
Am 08. Juli 2025 lag die Region rund um Kamari auf der Peloponnes unter klarem Himmel mit Temperaturen um 31 °C. Ein leichter Wind vom Golf von Korinth brachte Abkühlung, und die Sicht reichte weit über Meer, Hügelland und die umliegenden Gebirgsketten.
Kamari, gelegen an der Nordküste der Peloponnes, gehört zur Gemeinde Xylokastro-Evrostini. In der näheren Umgebung finden sich mehrere historische und kulturell bedeutsame Orte. Das Kloster Moni Panagia Korifis, erreichbar über eine kurvenreiche Bergstraße, geht auf byzantinische Ursprünge zurück und ist in späteren Jahrhunderten mehrfach umgebaut worden. Der heutige Gebäudekomplex besteht aus einer kleinen Hauptkirche mit Kuppel, die von umgebenden Mönchszellen und Wirtschaftsgebäuden eingerahmt wird. Fresken und Ikonen im Inneren zeugen von der religiösen Kunst und liturgischen Tradition der Region. Die Lage auf einem Hügel erlaubt einen weiten Blick über das Tal bis zum Meer, was dem Ort in der Vergangenheit auch strategische Bedeutung verlieh. Archäologische Spuren deuten auf ältere Kultstätten hin, die möglicherweise vorchristlichen Ursprungs sind, bevor die Anlage im Mittelalter zur christlichen Klosterstätte wurde.
Entlang des Fonissa-Flusses, der sich durch eine enge Schlucht windet, liegen mehrere Natur- und Kulturobjekte von historischem Interesse. Der Fonissa entspringt im Westen der Region Korinthia und fließt durch eine markante Schlucht, bevor er zwischen Kato Loutro und Kamari in den Golf von Korinth mündet. In der Antike bildete der Bach die natürliche Grenze des antiken Pellene. Der Name „Fonissa“ (weibliche Mörderin) verweist auf die Gefährlichkeit des Wassers bei Hochwasser, wenn die Strömung in der engen Schlucht besonders stark ist. An einer Stelle befindet sich eine Höhle, die sowohl geologisch als auch archäologisch bedeutsam ist. Die Höhle weist Karstformationen auf, die sich über Jahrtausende durch die Auswaschung des Kalksteins gebildet haben. Funde von Keramikscherben und Spuren von Feuerstellen deuten auf eine Nutzung als Schutzraum in der Antike und möglicherweise schon in prähistorischer Zeit hin. Die Schlucht selbst war über Jahrhunderte ein schwer zugänglicher Naturraum und bot Rückzugsorte während politischer Unruhen. Alte Pfade, die heute teils als Wanderwege genutzt werden, verbinden die Siedlungen im Tal mit den Höhenlagen und waren früher wichtige Verbindungslinien für Handel und Versorgung.
Der Küstenbereich bei Kamari ist ebenfalls historisch gewachsen. Reste von Befestigungen und kleinere Hafenanlagen deuten auf eine intensive Nutzung der Küste in vergangenen Jahrhunderten hin. Die Nähe zur antiken Stadt Sikyon und die Lage an der Handelsroute zwischen dem Golf von Korinth und dem peloponnesischen Binnenland machten den Ort zu einem Knotenpunkt lokaler und regionaler Wirtschaft. In osmanischer Zeit dienten die kleinen Häfen vor allem der Verschiffung landwirtschaftlicher Produkte. Viele der heutigen Gebäude im Ortskern zeigen Elemente traditioneller Architektur mit Natursteinmauern, Ziegeldächern und Holzläden, die im 19. und frühen 20. Jahrhundert typisch für Küstendörfer der Region waren.
Die Natur in und um Kamari bietet eine große landschaftliche Vielfalt. Entlang der Küste wechseln sich Kies- und Sandstrände mit felsigen Abschnitten ab, in deren Spalten Muscheln, Krebse und kleinere Fische leben. Das Wasser im Golf von Korinth ist in den Sommermonaten warm und klar, was die Entwicklung von Seegraswiesen begünstigt. Diese sind Lebensraum für zahlreiche marine Organismen und tragen zur Stabilisierung des Ökosystems bei. Der Fonissa-Fluss entspringt im Gebirge und führt, abhängig von der Jahreszeit, unterschiedlich viel Wasser. Im Frühjahr und nach Regenfällen ist er wasserreich und bildet kleine Kaskaden, während er im Sommer stellenweise trockenfallen kann. Entlang seines Laufs gedeihen Platanen, Weiden und Oleander, die Schatten und Schutz für verschiedene Tierarten bieten.
Die Schlucht des Fonissa ist geprägt von steilen Felswänden, an denen sich Kletterpflanzen wie Efeu und Wilder Wein ausbreiten. In den kühleren und feuchteren Abschnitten wachsen Moose und Farne, während die trockeneren Hänge von Macchie-Vegetation mit Wacholder, Zistrose und Thymian bedeckt sind. Die Tierwelt reicht von Insekten wie Schmetterlingen und Libellen über Reptilien wie Eidechsen und Schlangen bis zu Vögeln wie Wiedehopf, Turmfalke und Mönchsgeier.
Das Hinterland ist landwirtschaftlich geprägt: Olivenhaine, Zitrusplantagen und Weinberge bestimmen das Landschaftsbild. Die Böden sind meist kalkhaltig und bieten günstige Bedingungen für mediterrane Nutzpflanzen. In höheren Lagen nahe des Klosters wachsen Pinien- und Zypressenwälder, die in den heißen Sommermonaten ein kühleres Mikroklima schaffen. Die dortigen Wälder bieten Lebensraum für Kleinsäuger, Igel und eine Vielzahl von Singvögeln.
Die geologischen Gegebenheiten der Region sind stark vom Kalkstein geprägt, der durch Erosion und Verkarstung zahlreiche Höhlen und Spalten bildet. Diese geologischen Strukturen haben nicht nur landschaftliche, sondern auch ökologische Bedeutung, da sie als Wasserreservoirs dienen und Mikrohabitate für spezialisierte Tier- und Pflanzenarten schaffen. Der Wechsel von Küsten-, Fluss- und Berglandschaften auf engem Raum macht die Region zu einem vielfältigen Naturraum mit hoher Biodiversität.
Die Region Kamari mit Kloster Moni Panagia Korifis, der Fonissa-Schlucht und der Küste ist ein Ziel mit kulturellen, historischen und landschaftlichen Sehenswürdigkeiten.
Wikipedia: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peloponnes
Weblink: xylokastro-evrostini.gov.gr
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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaghan_Valley
The Kaghan Valley (Urdu: وادی کاغان) is a valley in the north-east of Mansehra District of the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan. It attracts many tourists from around the country. The inhabitants were affected by the earthquake disaster on 8 October 2005.
The Kaghan valley is named after the town of Kaghan rather than for the Kunhar River which flows through the length of the valley. The valley extends 155 km, rising from an elevation of 2,134 feet (650 m) to its highest point, the Babusar Pass, at 13,690 feet (4,170 m). Popular languages are Hindko and Gojri, while Urdu, Pakistan's national language is also familiar among the locals. The region is Alpine in geography and climate, with forests and meadows dominating the landscape below peaks that reach over 17,000 feet.
Its mountains, dales, lakes, water-falls, streams and glaciers are still in a pristine state. Kaghan is at its best during summer (from May to September). In May the temperature ranges between a maximum of 11 °C (52 °F) and a minimum of 3 °C (37 °F). From the middle of July up to the end of September the road beyond Naran is open right up to Babusar Pass. Movement is restricted during the monsoon and winter seasons. The Kaghan area can reached by road via the towns of Balakot, Abbottabad and Mansehra. In Balakot, one may find buses and other transports to reach Kaghan or Naran.
The road from Balakot ascends along the Kunhar River through lovely forests and the villages of Paras, Shinu, Jared and Mahandri. The valley is somewhat narrow along this stretch and the views are limited but as you ascend, the surrounding peaks come into view. One spot that is quite famous for its spectacular view and scenery is 'Shogran'. This village, surrounded by peaks and forests, is east of the main Kunhar River. It hosts the famous Siri Payee Lake mountain with breathtaking views at its top.
Kaghan Valley is home to many a tourist attractions, especially its lakes. There are more than a dozen big and small lakes in the valley, but three are more popular among the tourists: Saiful Muluk Lake, Dudipatsar Lake and Lulusar Lake.
Saiful Muluk, named in a folktale—the Qissa Saiful Muluk—about a romance between a Persia prince and a fairy princess. In the folktale. The lake is mentioned as the meeting site of the lovers in the folktale. lake Saiful Muluk is 10,578 feet (3,224 m) above the sea level, it is one of the highest and most beautiful lakes in Pakistan. The water of this over a mile in diameter oval shaped lake is spectacularly clear with a slight green tone..
It is accessible by a motor-able road during the summer months or can be reached by tracking from the nearest village Naran, some 10 kilometers away in four to five hours. The clarity of the water comes from the multiple glaciers all around the high basin feeding the lake.
Dudipat Lake is enclosed with high peaks. It is one of the hardest places to reach in the valley, requiring a tough hike lasting four to seven hours. The hike is rewarding, as tourists are greeted with green pastures and the lake's blue-green waters.
Lulusar Lake is approximately 48 kilometers away from Naran and has an altitude of 10,910 feet (3,330 m). Surrounded by wildflowers in almost all colors imaginable, this lake is the main source for the Kunhar River. Lake Lulusar is said to be one of the most tranquil spots on the Kaghan Valley, the lake is fenced by snow capped mountains whose image is reflected on the standstill blue-green waters of this approximately three kilometers long "L" shaped lake. Jared is a very beautiful village with having special attraction for tourists,In this village there is one small industry of wood working which is point of attention for visitors.The peoples of this village are mostly Hindko speakers and mostly belonged to Swati caste.This village is about 80 km from Mansehra city and almost 40 km from Naran.
There are many hotels in the Naran valley. One of the most popular is the New Cecil Hotel. Among other Fairy land Hotel is also situated in midway of kaghan valley near Malakandi with exciting natural scenaries,
Fishing is the chief sport in Kaghan. Brown Trout and Mahasher are stocked in pure silvery waters in the upper parts of the valley. The Kunhar river trout is considered to be the best throughout the sub-continent. Fishing licenses are issued by the 'Fisheries Department at Naran' or by the 'Trout Hatchery' at Shinu. Apart from this there are some other private trout fish farms at Kawai (also spelled as Kiwai) and Kahania, these are owned by pine park hotels, a well known hotel chain in Kaghan valley.
Onwards a 3 hour drive away from Shogran is Naran. It is a small tourist village open only during the tourist season of May to September. The rest of the time it is covered with snow. All visitors come to Naran to pay a visit to the Saiful Muluk Lake (10,500 feet) 6 miles east of town. If the road is open transportation by jeep can be arranged. If the road is closed, it is an easy, gradual three-hour walk, and the lake is a lovely spot for a picnic.
If you are walking directly up-valley from Naran to Babusar "Top" the loveliest spots to camp on this trail is at "Lulusar Lake". Located just before the final grade to Babusar Top and surrounded by tall peaks, Lulusar is just one many high elevation lakes that sit along the crest of the ridge.
One of the most interesting features of the Kaghan area is the Gujar (herder) families you'll see along the way bringing their animals up to the summer pastures. The Kaghan valley is one of their most popular destinations in Pakistan. You will find them camped along the road in their tents or moving up the valley with their goats, sheep and pack animals around the start of summer and on their way back to lower altitudes around the beginning of winter.
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