Introduction of Swat valley
Swat valley is an astonishing attractive and a culturally wealthy district in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. Which is also known as ‘the Switzerland of Pakistan ‘because of its marvelous geographical beauty. It is full of green valleys, snow capped mountains, clear watered rivers and beautiful villages. Famous for tourists attraction worldwide owing to its beautiful sceneries, rich history and colorful culture.
Geography and Location:
The north eastern area of Pakistan contains Swat valley as its borders entire region. Kohistan to the north, Charade to the south and the Afghan border to the west. The town rests at a distance of 230 kilometers (143 miles) southwest of Peshawar which serves as the provincial capital while carrying the name of the valley. The valley is located in the Hindu Kush mountain region and contributes to the rather beautiful scenario. Snow-capped mountains, green forests and meandering rivers.
The valley contains the Swat River which add to the specialist soil nutrient. Valley has moderate climate dry jerk hot and cold in the winter. Many kinds of wild species thrive throughout the surrounding area of this region. Only here do plant lives alongside wild lives exist.
Culture and History of Swat valley
To Swat Valley it has lot of cultural and historical significance. It is, in fact, a famous region for the Buddhist world and was the region occupied by the Kushan Empire. The second century fourth century CE. It also contains numerous Buddhist states which are Buddhist monasteries. Stupas and archaeological site to support the valley important of Buddhism. The Diagram Buddhist Monastery together with Buttaro Stupa represent two of the most important historic sites located in Swat valley.
Music, literature and art made the region an essential part of Pashtun ethnical and cultural heritage. The region then turned into the influence of different Muslim dynasties. The people who maintain Pashtun culture as their traditional identity reside in Swat besides speaking Pashto as their main language across this region.
Natural Beauty Swat valley
Swat Valley is famous for natural and scenic beauty and it is usually. One of the beautiful places of Pakistan.
- Green Valleys: This includes the well-endowed fir forests around. The plots of the terraced crops and the colourful leas adjacent to it. The valley is extremely famous because of the Kalam Valley which is among the most famous traveling destination.
- Snow-Capped Mountains: Surrounded by mountains Swat which lies to the west of Hindu Kush. Also plagued by the famous Falak Sar and Islam that has an altitude of 5418m.
- Rivers and Lakes: The Swat River is the lifeline of the area and other spots. Include the Malam Jabba Lake, and the natural Kendal Lake.
Tourism:
The Swat valley has emerged as an important travel spot. Where travel enthusiast can enjoy nature, adventure and even historical places. The famous and perhaps the oldest skiing resort. Malam Jabba in Swat provides people with skiing facilities as well as winter recreation activities. Kalam Valley is another attractive place which attracts tourists by beautiful landscapes, high mountain lakes and different kinds of treks.
For the adventurous ones tourists can also go for Buddhism archeological site. Trecks to Mahodand lake in Utror valley, beautiful city of mingora, the capital of Swat and fizagat park. It can be considered that the area has valuable historical parts and a cultural atmosphere. Which makes it possible to focus on the combination of incredible view of the land and the historical experience.
Conclusion:
Swat Valley is gift for eyes as it has natural scenic beauty, historical importance, and multicultural importance as well. From archeological sites of Buddhists such as the great stupa at Shabhaz Kotal. The Takht-i-Bhaima and the-Jalalabad Kaka, a skiing sport and terrific mountain ranges. Natural landscapes including beautiful green meadows Swat makes an ideal tourist resort. It still holds one of PAKISTAN’S beautiful and richest cultural zones with people from local and global areas visiting to behold the gorgeous gleam.
HISTORY:
Swat Valley is culturally, historically, and religiously rich valley, and the geographical location of the valley in the Hindu Kush mountain range factors its history in a major way. Essentially known as the Switzerland of Pakistan Swat has significance in Buddhism, Islamic rule, and Pashtoon Ethnicity.
Today Swat valley has become one of the most famous traveling destination where traveler can find nature beauty, adventurous and even some historical places. The famous and maybe the oldest skiing resorts is Malam Jabba at Swat, and skiing and other winter sports are enjoyed. Kalam Valley is also another beautiful area that draws tourist with stunning views, high altitude lakes and various kinds of hiking opportunities.
For those are eager to venture the tourist may also choose Buddhism archaeology site, treks to Mahodand Lake in Utor Valley, beautiful city of Mingora, the capital of Swat District and Fizagat Park. In a way, it can be presumed that there are certain historical parts in this area and there is a spirit of culture so the important aspect can be emphasized on enhancing of the perspective of the land and the look at the history.
Conclusion:
In my opinion Swat Valley is gift for eyes because it is natural scenic beauty, historical importance and multicultural importance as well. From archaeological monuments like Buddhists: great stupa at Shabhaz Kotal, Takhti-Bhima and the- Jalalabad kaka, skiing sport and terrific mountain ranges, natural scenes including beautiful green meadows Swat is an ideal tourist place. It still preserves one of PAKISTAN’S beautiful and richest cultural centers with people from local and global areas coming to behold the gorgeous gleam.
Key Attractions:
- Kalam Valley: Kalam Valley is one of the most visited places in Swat are noted for their fine forests, alpine lakes and the magnificent meadows. It is ideal for mountaineering, to camp, and to fish amongst others.
- Malam Jabba: This resort town in Swat is basically involved in skiing and other winter sports. Despite it being one of the few places in Pakistan that sees winter tourism, people visit for skiing, chair lift and sightseeing.
- Mahodand Lake: Just half an hour from Kalam, this is a calm lake which is famous for its blue waters and surrounding mountains.
- Buddhist Archaeological Sites: Swat has many Buddhist ancient sites like Udegram Monastery, Butkara Stupa and Buddhist figures and symbols. Such sites prove that Swat has a very important place in the Buddhism of Gandhara Civilization.
- Fizagat Park: It is situated in Mingora and is a frequent spot of visit especially for family usually to picnic, it overlooks River Swat and neighboring mountains and is known as Fizagat Par.
Cultural Significance:
Swat Valley has been culturally a mix of pashtoon with Islamic connection. This valley is religious with Buddhists, Muslim and Pashtun assails and these cultures are still vibrant in the region. The inhabitants of Swat and speak Pashto while the traditional law of the land is Pashtunwali which guides the relations among the people.
Swat is also culturally so diverse because of the traditional music, literature, and art, common of which is the Pashto poetry and songs. The tourism sector is also extended through other products such as arts and crafts, including handwoven carpet, embroidery and wood carving.