Shogran Balakot village.

March 24, 2010 - PRLog -- For your drive to Kaghan, you switch over at Balakot to a jeep. Your first stop is 34 kms away at Shogran at 2,362 metres above sea level. At Kaghan, the little village that gives the valley its name-61 kms from Balakot.

This village, sorrounded by peaks and forests, is east of the main Kunhar River. It hosts the famous Siri-Paya mountain with breathtaking views at its top.

Shogran is located at 2,400m above Sea Level. It is the most beautiful place in Kaghan Valley and ideal for spending a weekend. It is 33 km from Balakot via Kawai. Take this steep road from Kawai for Shogran.

The distance is 5 miles and climb is 3,000 feet. Mighty Himalayan peaks like Musa Da Musallah 14,498 feet (4,419 m), Malka Parbat 17,156 feet (5,229 m) and Makra 15,030 feet (4,581 m) could be seen from Shogran.
Sri/Paya and Dona Meadows are most popular spots near Shogran. You can either hire a jeep or hike for around two n half hours to get these spots.

Sri Paya, the most beautiful spot of Kaghan Valley, is at an altitude of 11,200 feet (3,414 m) above sea level. Its speciality is lush green meadows and beautiful lakes.

For Dona Meadows you would have to cross a huge glacier and two lovely waterfalls. For those who like adventure, Sharan could be good option. There is a track from Shogran to Sharan. Its two hours hike and you would find yourself in lush green lawns covered by thick forest. The view is simply awesome and there is beautiful forest rest house in Sharan where you may stay.

Shogran’s real assets are the views it offers. The air is impregnated with the scent of flowers and the fine forests around.

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