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The snow-covered summit of Rakaposhi in Gilgit-Baltistan

Nagar, Gilgit-Baltistan

Nagar & Rakaposhi

Face to face with a giant

  • RegionNagar, Gilgit-Baltistan
  • AltitudeRakaposhi 7,788 m
  • Best timeJune to September
  • Getting thereKarakoram Highway, near Hunza

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About Nagar & Rakaposhi

Rakaposhi rises almost directly from the valley floor. A popular trek climbs from Minapin through forest and pasture to the base camp meadow, with close views of the mountain and its glaciers.

Sunrise on Rakaposhi seen from base camp in Nagar
Rakaposhi Base Camp, Nagar
The Karakoram Highway and Ganish bridge seen from Altit
Ganish, Hunza

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