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Neelum Valley

About

Azad Kashmir's most scenic valley — a 240 km-long corridor following the Neelum River along the Line of Control, with dense forest, waterfalls, and turquoise river pools at every bend.

History

Neelum Valley was heavily affected by the 2005 Kashmir earthquake which killed over 73,000 people across the region. Reconstruction transformed many remote villages, and the valley has since emerged as one of Pakistan's fastest-growing tourism destinations.

Nearby Places

Viewpoints, food, and stops nearby (approximate distances).

Viewpoint30.0 km
Kutton Waterfall
Powerful waterfall near Jagran, accessible by a short forest walk.
Viewpoint50.0 km
Keran
Scenic town on the Neelum River with views across the LoC into Indian Kashmir.
Landmark85.0 km
Sharda
Ancient Hindu Sharda Peeth temple ruins and a scenic riverside meadow.
Viewpoint90.0 km
Arang Kel
Isolated hilltop village reachable by chairlift and hike — extraordinary views.
Viewpoint100.0 km
Kel Village
One of the last major villages before the LoC, gateway to Shounter Pass.
Viewpoint110.0 km
Ratti Gali Lake
High-altitude glacial lake at 3,700m, accessible June–September.