Altit Fort – Hunza’s silent prestige | Dawn

Altit Fort has been restored by Aga Khan Trust for Culture and the Government of Norway.

Altit Fort - Hunza's silent prestige | DawnAhmed Saeed Khan for Dawn.com: Hailing from one of the world’s biggest metropolitan cities, I have always been fascinated by the rural lifestyle and topographical features of Pakistan’s northern areas.

The strong cultural values and the connection that the natives feel with their history is something we lack in the cities. So struck I was by this phenomenon that I decided to make a journey to the valley of paradise, Hunza.

Altit Fort was on top of my to-see list, I had been told it would be the best place to learn about the origins of its people. While staying at a hotel in Hunza I met Kassim, a local guide who turned out to be a great help in my quest.

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