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China–Pakistan border The China-Pakistan border is 438km and runs west-east from the tripoint with Afghanistan the disputed tripoint with India in the vicinity of the Siachen Glacier. It traverses the Karakorum Mountains, one of the world's tallest mountain ranges.  Wikipedia Traditional Chinese :  紅其拉甫山口 Simplified Chinese :  红其拉甫山口 Urdu :  درّہ خنجراب Located at 4,700 meters above sea level, the China-Pakistan border crossing, which goes over the Khunjerab pass and the  Karakoram Highway , is the highest and, consequently, one of the most beautiful borders in the world. The journey is quite easy and it only requires a little preparation but, due to the strict measures imposed by the Chinese authorities, you will need an extra dose of patience. The road that connects Sost with the Chinese and Pakistani border is a twisting 90km road that goes through snowy peaks and plains, with yak herds grazi...

Work was under way on Wednesday to clear the roads in Naran blocked due to landslides triggered by snowfall and rain. The operation was initiated by police and National Highway Authority, under which routes were cleared of snow and mud so that tourists could continue their journey. On the other hand, rain and snowfall stopped in Gilgit-Baltistan region of the country but continued in Muzaffarabad and adjoining areas. Every year as soon as mercury starts dropping, a large number of people from different parts of the country throng the north of Pakistan to enjoy the view of mountains blanketed in snow. However, thick layers of snow along the thoroughfares often impedes the journey of tourists, stranding them midway, waiting for help often without food and means of communication. In April, NHA cleared the snow left by the previous spell of winter on roads in Naran and Kaghan in order to open the thoroughfares for the tourist season. According to NHA representatives, ...

Chilas Airport Airport in Chilas Chilas Airport is located at Chilas, a town in Gilgit–Baltistan, Pakistan. It is not being used by any passenger airline. The two major airports in Gilgit–Baltistan are Gilgit Airport and Skardu Airport.  Wikipedia Elevation :  1,265 m Code :  CHB Operator :  Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority Serves :  Chilas ,  Gilgit-Baltistan ,  Pakistan According to details, Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman, Lieutenant General (Retd) Muzammil Hussain, requested the CAA for the construction of an airport near the site of Diamer Basha Dam. This airport is necessary for a mega project like Diamer Basha Dam. The facility of the airport will enable fast movement of machinery, material and professionals at the Dam site. Sources in the CAA informed that WAPDA suggested the construction a totally new airport. Chilas airport was constructe...