Karimabad is the capital of Hunza in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan province. Karimabad is also known as Baltit, it’s ancient name. Today’s name stems from Prince Karim Aga Khan, who’s name the town has taken! He is spiritual leader of the Shia Ismail Nizari community (more on that later). Since the arrival of KKH Karimabad has prospered and the bazaar has filled with hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies