Tarashing

Tarashing

Tarashing is a small town and a sub-division of Astore District, Northern Areas (Pakistan). It is considered the gateway to Nanga Parbat. It has five shops, two schools, a small wooden hotel and a small medical center. A large glacier beside the Rupal river is also a part of this beautiful town.

Climate

In summar (May - Oct), warm but moderate climate and nights are even cold in summer. In Winter (Nov-Apr), snow fall may reach up to convert|6|ft|m|abbr=on and temperatures may go down even –20 degree Celsius.

Languages

The main language is Shina. However, Urdu is also understandable by locals being the national language of Pakistan.

People

The people living in Tarashing are very cooperative and hard working. Pure natural mineral water and fresh vegetables and fruits are available in this town for locals only. However, in winter, because of freezing temperature, there are no arrangements to get benefit from these facilities.

Visiting

Because of bad weather and unavailibility of basis needs, you should not trust any medical facility available in this town. Before you plan to visit Astore Valley, make all necessary arrangements and get enough information about these areas either from tourism companies or trusted porters.

References


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