Abbottabad

Abbottabad is a transit city for tourists because it serves as a base for reaching close places, like Gilgit, Skardu Hunza, Indus Kohistan and Karakoram Range Himalayas and the Hindu Kush ranges. Abbottabad is popular among tourist because of its picturesque mountains and attractive hill stations like Ayubia, Thandiani and Galliyats. Abbottabad came into existence in 1853 and named after Major name James Abbot, during the British era. You can visit many destinations in Abbottabad that include; Mukeshpuri (9800 feet), Miranjani (9750 feet), Ilysi Mosque, Shimla Pahari(hill), Takaya, Dodheyal, Nawansheher Bazaar stairs, Harnoi, Thandiani, Dhamtoor and Swinging Bridge. Try tasty pakoras and fish served at different local restaurants near Ilyasi Masjid.

Travel Highlights Of Abbottabad

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Transport In Abbottabad

By Road: This town is spread over enchanting velvety green hills. Abbottabad is located at a distance of 116 km (2 hours) from Rawalpindi and 208 km (3 hours) away from Peshawar city. In Abbottabad, you can find public transport such as taxis, pick-up, and vans to reach surrounding cities and towns in the region.  Daewoo Express, Niazi Express, the NATCO, Skyways and many other private bus services regularly run air-conditioned buses from different cities to Abbottabad.

By Railway: Pakistan Railways operates till Havelian which is the last station of the Pakistan Railway network. Abbottabad city centre is about thirty minutes away from this station via road.

Medication In Abbottabad

INOR Cancer Hospital

  • Address: Gate no. 3, Ayub Teaching Hospital, Mansehra Road
  • Tel: 0992-383149, 0992-385462, 0334- 1057513

 

Iqbal General Hospital

  • Address: Abbottabad-Mansehra Road, Lodhiabad, Qalandarabad
  • (Opposite Lodhiabad Mosque)
  • Tel: 0992-370013
  • Fax: 0992-380328

 

Irfan Hospital

  • Address: Small Industry Road, Karakoram Highway
  • Tel: 0997-302204, 0992-383204, 0300-8111849
  • Email: info@irfanhospital.com, book@irfanhospital.com
  • Website: www.irfanhospital.com

Jinnah Hospital

  • Address: Sir Syed Street, PMA Link Road, Jinnahabad
  • Tel: 0992-390101, 0992-382507

Mahida Hospital

  • Address: China Center, Karakoram Highway
  • Tel: 0992-3360600

Nazir Bhatti Memorial and Neuro Surgical Center

  • Address: Abbottabad-Mansehra Road, Mandian, Karakoram Highway
  • Tel: 0992-384537

Weather In Abbottabad

Abbottabad has a damp subtropical climate. Spring and autumn months are mild to warm, while June and July are hot, and during the winter season temperatures remain cold and mild. On the whole, temperature ranges from 38 °C-during the mid-summer months to −5 °C (23 °F) during the severe cold winters. Snowfall occurs sporadically in months of December and January, while heavy rains occur during the monsoon season (from July to September).

Places To Visit In Abbottabad

Thandiani

  • Thandiani is a beautiful hill station in the Galyat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Thandiani is most attractive tourist place in Abbottabad. It’s a hill resort 30 km in the east of Abbottabad located at a height of 8,800 feet. For more information, please contact PTDC’s Tourist Information Centre located at Club Anexe, Jinnah Road, Abbottabad. Tel: 05921-34399

Harnoi River

  • Harnoi River is located at a distance of 11 kilometers from Abbottabad. This zigzag river with fast flowing water is surrounded by lush green mountains creates a majestic atmosphere for tourists

Mushkpuri Top

  • Mushkpuri hill is the 2nd highest hill station of Galyat, it is situated at a distance of 3 hours from Abbottabad, and interesting thing is that it is safe hill trek to top. The way to top is so much enchanting because of the waterfalls, ponds and attractive flowers.

Miranjani Top

  • It is the biggest mountain of Galyat range. Interesting thing is that it has a safe 4.69 km long track if you plan trekking here. Newbie needs about 3-4 hours to surmount it. Two tracks are present for trekking here; one begins from Nathia Gali and another track is starting from Dagri Bangla Resthouse, Abbottabad.

    Location: It is situated in Abbottabad District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the Province of Pakistan. It is located in the Namli Maira area, in Ayubia National Park, about 80 kilometres from Islamabad in the Western Himalayan Mountain Range.

    Elevation:  It is located at the elevation of 9816 feet.

Restaurants In Abbottabad

Aashiyana Hotel & Restaurant

Aashiyana Hotel & Restaurant

  • Aashiyana Hotel & Restaurant is located in Abbottabad. Experience the rich culture of taste and hospitality here with an array of cuisines and exemplary settings this restaurant can satisfy all your food temptations. This eatery is an excellent choice for families, tourists and business meetups looking for a relishing breakfast, lunch or dinner. Guests at this beanery can savor various types of foods from continental, Chinese, Italian, and Pakistani to vegetarian. Visitors and guests feel satisfied with this restaurant in terms of ambiance, location, service, food quality and value as compared to other restaurants in the Abbottabad.

MNAK Restaurant Abbottabad

MNAK Restaurant Abbottabad

  • MNAK Restaurant is located in Abbottabad. Experience the rich culture of taste and hospitality here with an array of cuisines and exemplary settings this restaurant can satisfy all your food temptations. This eatery is an excellent choice for families, tourists and business meetups looking for a relishing breakfast, lunch or dinner. Guests at this beanery can savor various types of foods from continental, Chinese, Italian, and Pakistani to vegetarian. Visitors and guests feel satisfied with this restaurant in terms of ambiance, location, service, food quality and value as compared to other restaurants in the Abbottabad.

Hotels In Abbottabad

Hotel One Abbottabad

Hotel One Abbottabad

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Stargaze Hotel and Apartment

Stargaze Hotel and Apartment

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Tulip Guest Rooms

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Star Gaze Hotel & Apartments

Star Gaze Hotel & Apartments

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Hotel Demanchi

Hotel Demanchi

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Smart hotel

Smart hotel

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Hotel City Center

Hotel City Center

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Alaf Laila Guest House

Alaf Laila Guest House

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De Minister Hotel

De Minister Hotel

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Exclusive House

Exclusive House

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