THE VILLAGE

The largest village in Gojal, Gulmit has a post office, a telephone exchange, a bank, a library and the Wakhi cultural museum, hospital etc. It lies 2435mtrs. above sea level. The primary inhabitants of the village are the Wakhi people who are said to have migrated from Central Asia 800 yrs ago.



Surrounded by towering peaks and awe inspiring glaciers, Gulmit offers stunning views all around immediately sending one ino moods of contemplation restfulness and ease.

Peaceful Gulmit is the center of trekking in Hunza, it sits between the shimshal valley, Chipurson valley, Khunjrab pass and Karimabad.

Gulmit is paradise for simple lovers of mountains and landscapes. Gulmit is an excellent last stop before crossing the border to China and also the perfect place to recover the two day journey from Kashgar. Gulmit is a base to see the Khunjrab pass as a day trip.