Pakistan – A Heaven On Earth
The beauty of Pakistan can’t be sum up in few words. Allah has blessed Pakistan with mighty rivers, fantastic wildlife, green and charming valleys, beautiful lakes, ocean, mighty rivers, fertilized land, and much more. If you’re planning to make a one day trip from Lahore, then we have collected a list of 4 best hill stations for you.
Know about Pakistan’s beauty and tourism
According to the World Index, Pakistan is included in the top ten countries to visit in 2020. This fantastic and naturally rich country is a home of almost 108 peaks above 7000 meters. For the people who are natural beauty lovers, Pakistan is a perfect place for a unique gateway for them.
According to research, about 1.9 million visitors visited Pakistan in 2018. Since the security issues of Pakistan have been resolved, it has increased to more than 300%. The present government is making extra efforts to boost this industry to grow Pakistan’s economy. Currently, it supports up to 7.4% of the GDP.
List of top 4 Best Hill Stations For one day trip from Lahore
Are you tired of hot weather? Do you want to head over some cool places? If you’re in Lahore and want to make a journey towards more relaxed areas, then we have made a list of 4 best hill stations for one day trip from Lahore. If you have a short time and want to visit the hill station in one day, this list will help you a lot.
Kanhatti Garden
Another exciting place for your one day trip from Lahore is Kanhatti Garden. Now it has become a great tourist attraction for national and international visitors. Its distance from Lahore is 300 Km, and from Islamabad is 290 Km. So it becomes the center point of Lahore and Islamabad.
This beautiful garden was built in 1933 by a district engineer in this area. His name was Major W Whet Burn. There are almost fifteen species of different types of trees, including Apricot, Nagpurisangtara, Almond, Pineapple, and some others.
It was given under the control of District Council Khushab. However, in 2014, this place was taken over by PTDC (Punjab Tourism Development Cooperation) for the sake of well-maintenance.
It is a square-shaped garden surrounded by reserve forest. There are 20 shrubs, 60 herbs, and 15 types of grass in this fantastic garden. This garden is visited by thousands of international and local visitors every year.
Kalar Kahar
Kalar Kahar (Subdivision of Chakwal district) is a beautiful hill station and picnic point located in the center of Lahore-Islamabad motorway. The distance of Kalar Kahar from Lahore is approximately 247 Km. This distance can be clears quickly in 3 hours drive.
The stunning view of mountains and Kalar Kahar lake makes it the best attraction place. People who travels from Lahore to Islamabad must visit this remarkable place. The height of this place from sea level is approximately 5000 meters, and it is the highest point of soon valley.
Soon valley (Ochali lake)
This valley is located in the north west of Khushab. The distance between Lahore and Soon Valley is almost 327 Km. It can be covered in less than 6 hours. This astonishing place is known due to mind-blowing and splendid scenery. It has nearly everything, from springs to lakes, mountains to valleys, and significant grassy areas.
This wondrous valley is 35 miles long and 9 miles wide. There are almost 32 villages in this valley. If your plan is one day trip from Lahore, then this place is recommended for you. Notable places to visit in this area are water fall, Khabeki Lake views from Mountain, Jahlar Lake, Amb Tomb, Khabeki Lake, and more.
Kheora Mine
This mine is located in Khewra, District Jhelum. The distance between Lahore and Kheora Mine is almost 258 Km that can be covered in practically 3:30 hours. It is Pakistan’s most extensive and world’s second-largest salt mine.
It has been active for more than 140 years. Now it is working under Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation. It was discovered in 1872. In 2002, then the main tunnel of this mine converted into a tourist attraction. According to analysis, almost 35000 to 40000 visitors visit this place every year.
Transport Facility for visiting these places
You can visit above mentioned places at your personal car, for one day trip we do not recommend public transport it take your too much time for waiting for your buss and waiting for next connective public transport.
Askari rent a car Lahore provides cars at rent for a day round trip to mentioned hill stations and Hiace Vans/ Coasters are available for School/Comppany/Family trip.