We use the term “hill station” to describe a place located at somewhat higher elevations. Typically, this term is heard in Asian regions, where the great European rulers established towns where temperatures were cooler (as a refuge from the scorching heat in major cities). However, the benefits of hill stations are not limited to having cold climates, as a typical hill station offers a very good vacation experience for people living in the vicinity, while these visitors bring financial prosperity to the local population. In addition, these tourist centers can become a good tourist attraction for any country.
Hill stations in Pakistan
People from all over the world come to Pakistan for its cultural heritage, spacious food, music, and most of all, people who are very hospitable to foreign visitors. The region has some of the most splendid mountain ranges and also a couple of highest mountain peaks. Tourists in Pakistan have many places to go from the ancient civilization to Mohenjodaro, Harrapa and Taxila to the Himalayan mountain. Apart from these attractions, the northern parts offer many ancient structures such as forts, towers, and other historical architecture.
Coming back to our topic, there are three well known hill stations in Pakistan known as Ayubia, Murree and Bhurban.
AYUBIA
Ayubia actually consists of four popular resorts namely Khanspur, Ghora Daka, Changla Gali and Khairagali.
All these four places are scattered in an area of about 16 miles, Ayubia has some modern conveniences including hotels, restaurants and other similar facilities. Ayubia provides an enticing experience; The tall royal pines are a sight to behold. Wildlife includes animals such as bear monkeys (and of course tigers). The large number of trees means that you will also find a beautiful diversity of birds.
MURREE
Murree is known as the queen of Pakistani hill stations (Malika Kohsar). Much larger than the other two in terms of land, she also provides better amenities for her visitors. Murree is not really a hill station anymore, it has become a full-fledged city, thanks to adjoining cities like Islamabad. It is now the most visited tourist center in Pakistan.
During the snowy season, people come from all over the country to enjoy the snowfall. One can enjoy the scenic beauty of Kashmir and Islamabad/Rawalpindi from the Kashmir point. Kuldana, Burban, Upper & Lower Topaz are some of the places you can go to when visiting Murree.
BURBAN
A small hill station in Punjab, Bhurban is located about 13 kilometers from the city of Murree. The place is full of greenery and a very exuberant range of colorful flowers and some very rare animal species. It is one of the most visited places by business professionals, show business stars and politicians mainly because you can get a four star PC Bhurban hotel or have a great time playing golf on a 9 hole golf course.