When to Visit Hunza: Season by Season
· Villa Darya Team · Travel Tips
Blossom, summer, autumn colour or snow — what each season in Hunza actually offers, and which ones cost less.
Villa Darya Team
Hosts at Villa Darya, Shishkat, Hunza. The family and team who run Villa Darya in Shishkat, Upper Hunza. We live in the valley year-round and write about the places, seasons and traditions we know first-hand.
Khunjerab Pass and the Sost Border: A Practical Guide
· Villa Darya Team · Destinations
The highest paved border crossing in the world, 140 km up the road. What the drive involves, what the altitude does, and when the pass is open.
Attabad Lake: The Story Behind Hunza’s Famous Turquoise Lake
· Villa Darya Team · Destinations
Attabad Lake is one of the most recognisable sights in Hunza, known for its bright turquoise water, steep mountains and the Karakoram Highway running along its shore.
Driving the Karakoram Highway Through Hunza
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A practical guide to driving the Karakoram Highway through Hunza, covering road conditions, driving times, daylight travel and the best places to stop along the way.
Where to Stay in Hunza: Choosing a Base for the Valley
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Hunza is long, and where you sleep decides what you see. A frank comparison of Karimabad, Gojal and the villages between them.