Fairy Meadows: Heaven on Earth

This article may go a little off topic not because it won’t be related to the niche of the website but the limitations of foreigners to visit one of the most beautiful places on this planet. The other day my friends were making plans for going to “Fairy Meadows”. I wasn’t sure of this place until I searched it on Google maps and did a little research.

Fairy Meadows is like a heaven on earth and it is located in the heart of Exotic North Pakistan. It truly is the place of outstanding beauty with breathtaking view of Nanga Parbat, the second highest in Pakistan and the ninth highest in the world.

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I’m sure most of you already have this infomation that Nanga Parbat is known as the Killer Mountain. Locals there call it Daimoryi, which is the end of Himalaya. Nanga Parbat was one of the deadliest of the eight-thousanders for climbers in the first half of the twentieth century; since that time it has been less so, though still an extremely serious climb. It is also an immense, dramatic peak that rises far above its surrounding terrain.

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While Fairy Meadows has been a source of enchantment since long for back packers, climbers, wildlife researchers, photographers, painters & geologists, besides nature lovers. The pine forests skirting Fairy Meadows are perhaps one of the virgin forests in the north of Pakistan, and are home to a number of species of birds and wildlife. The site overlooks the Raikot Glacier and provides a majestic view of the North Face of Nanga Parbat, commonly known as the Raikot Face.

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The area in front of Fairy Meadows Cottages is known as Pari Mahal or “Fairy Palace” named by the famous Japanese photographer, Fujita Heroki. The Fairy Meadows Cottages are at a distance of eight minutes hike from main village and other tourist resorts with its breathtaking natural view of great Nanga Parbat.

The whole area is demarcated with a controlled access and the tourists are free to enjoy the privacy within the vicinity. The famous day hike from Fairy Meadows is for Beyal Camp & the base camp of Nanga Parbat. Friendly and experienced mountain guides, who are familiar with the terrain, accompany the visitor, taking them to different treks.

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Staff at Fairy Meadows cottages is experienced and help trekkers in planning their routes. Camping equipment & food can also be arranged for these treks. Natural rock climbing pitch is a part of this beautiful setting, where climbing may be practiced under the supervision of well trained staff. Fresh Pakistani and European meals are available in comfortable AZHAR Dining Hall. Local food can also be prepared upon request.

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