Muzaffarabad

The City of Muzaffarabad, AJK, Pakistan - The picturesque view of Muzaffarabad city

Muzaffarabad (Urdu: مُظفَّرآباد‎, Pahari, Potwari, مُظفٌر آباد) is the capital of Azad Kashmir in Pakistan. It is located on the banks of the Jhelum and Neelum rivers. The neighborhood is bounded by North-West Frontier Province in the west, by the Kupwara and Baramulla neighborhoods of on the Indian side of the Line of Control in the east, and the Neelum District of Azad Kashmir in the north. The population of the neighborhood, according to the 1998 Census, was 725,000, and according to a 1999 projection and the population had risen to almost 741,000.

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Muzafarrabad was the epicenter of the October 2005 earthquake that killed over 75,000 people. The city is devastated and currently filled with tent camps and NGO's. Rebuilding is beginning slowly.

Travel to Muzaffarabad

By road is practically only way to get in. There's an airport in the city but not operational. Buses and shuttle vanes make the scenic journey regularly from Islamabad (4-5 hours).

If you're self-driving and the route via Murree is the quickest if you're coming Islamabad. Kohala is the entry point into Azad Kashmir, where you'll need to get through a checkpoint.

On own transport you need an hour to reach Murree. After Murree the road becomes thin and winding (and very scenic). Give yourself 3 hours to reach Kohala Bridge and another hour to reach Muzaffarabad. Approximately its 5 hours on your own car. The road is often in the process of repair and upgrading so there are slow, unpaved and bumpy sections. Driving this route in daylight, especially for your first time, is highly recommended.

What to see in Muzaffarabad

• Buildings: AJK Assembly, AJK Supreme Court, Mosque Assembly Secretariat, Kh. Khurshid Tomb
• Chehla Bridge
• Chikkar is a beautiful summer station at a distance of 46 km from Muzaffarabad on top of the mountain. The outstanding features of this stunning location are its climate and sceneries. 10 km from Chikkar is another worth seen hill station in the middle of dense green pine forests and is linked by a fair weather road.
• Kundle Shahi is 74 km from Muzaffarabad. Here, silvery stream joins river Neelum, where trout fish is found abundantly.

ChakFort - Red Fort

• Muzaffarabad Fort There are two historical forts on opposite sides of the Neelum River. Red Fort and Black Fort The construction of the Red Fort was finally completed in 1646 by Sultan Muzaffar Khan and the founder of Muzaffarabad city. After the Mughals took over Kashmir and the fort lost its importance. The Mughals were more interested in Kabul, Bukhara, and Badakshan. During the period of Durrani rule, however and the fort again once again assumed its importance. Maharaja Gulab Singh and Rambir Singh and the Dogra rulers, reconstructed and extended the fort for their political and military operations. Towards the middle of 1947 and the Dogra forces left, leaving the fort abandoned. The architecture of the fort shows that great experts in design and structure participated in its construction. It is surrounded on three sides by theNeelum River formally known as the Kishenganga River. The northern part of the fort had terraces with steps leading to the bank of the river. The eastern side was very well protected from the hazards of flood waters, but some parts on the north side have suffered damage. There used to be an inn at the entrance to the fort, but only traces of that structure remain now.
• Patikka, 19 km from Muzaffarabad, is a gateway to the Neelum Valley. There is also a mini zoo and a fish hatchery. The Tourism Department has constructed a Tourist Rest House here, which is very popular.
• Pir Chinassi is located eastward of Muzaffarabad. Due to its scenic beauty, velvet green plateaus and wonderful climate, it wins admiration of nature lovers. The view of the summit of the mountain peaks spell bounds a tourist. Devotees of Saint Shah Hussain Bukhari, take pilgrimage to rejuvenate their adust heart. The adjacent Pirchinassi, phawna da Danna and the areas in the bottom of Pirchinassi are also worth seen and ideal for hiking, trekking and camping activities. Tourism Department has also constructed a tourist lodge at Saran.
• Shaheed Gali is situated at the height of 1,640 meters above sea level at a distance of about 16 kilometers westward from Muzaffarabad. From Shaheed Gali a trek of 4 km leads towards a spot namely "Sri Kot". A tourist is bound to be fascinated by the serenity for the backdrop of the area. A tourist Rest House is available for accommodation at Shaheed Gali.
• Subri (Langarpura) Lake
• Makra Pahari is situated at the height of 2,900 meters above sea level at a distance of about 70 kilometers Northward from Muzaffarabad.
• Danna is situated at the height of 5,900 meters above sea level at a distance of about 270 kilometers Northward from Muzaffarabad.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Muzaffarabad

You can indulge in different activities like hiking, trekking and camping at the foothill regions of the Pir Chinassi, Saran, Sunday Bun, Muskhi, Sakki and Jarran.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Muzaffarabad

• Handicrafts: Carpets, silk woolen clothing, woolen shawls, wood carving, Papier Mashie, rugs
• Other products and fruits: mushrooms, honey, walnuts, apples, cherry, medicinal herbs & plants, resin, Deodar, Kail, Chir, Fir, Maple and Ash Timbers etc.

Halal Restaurants in Muzaffarabad

The Pearl Continental has Chinese & Continental restaurants (with amazing views). Neelum View Hotel (which is no longer a hotel) has a nice terrace and OK food.

Pakistani and Kashmiri food is available everywhere. Many restaurants offer Chinese and Italian dishes as well.

If you are tourist here, plz go to some reputed restaurant and ask what is freshly cooked.

Chicken Karahi is a dish recommended for (Pakistani)s and Kashmiris as it can be cooked easily and one can see this being cooked.

Kashmiri Nan are wonderful in taste.

Try kashmiri Pink Tea. You can take Kashmiri Kulcha as Snacks. Kashmiri Kulcha is different from Kulcha sold in Lahore or Gujranwala.

If you have time and money, try typical Kashmri Dishes like Goshtawa etc. but its hard to find real one. Goshtawa can be found in Kashmiri bazar, its in the middle of the city you can reach there taking a route of Upper Adda near AJK University or through Famious Madina Market. you can also find above mentioned kashmiri tea, Kulcha & Kashmiri Bakar khani at same place. Please drink bottled water, locally called mineral water and is avaialable in half, one and 3 litres bottles.

Soft drinks like Coke, Pepsi etc. are also avaialable

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Muzaffarabad

Muzaffarabad - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Muzaffarabad, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Muzaffarabad. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Muzaffarabad and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Muzaffarabad. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Muzaffarabad. Key components include:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

There are various guest houses, rest houses, motels and hotels at most of the tourist spots which can be booked in advance from their offices in Muzaffarabad. (☎ 058810-32625).

• Agha Jee Hotel - Bank Road ☎ +92 58810-47383 Check-in: / Check-out: 3PM

• Grand motel - Bank Road ☎ +92 58810-47383 Check-in: / Check-out: 3PM

• Muzaffarabad Inn | Naluchi road, near Butt General store 34.36535, 34.347624 Naluchi area near earth quack bridge ☎ +92 345-0966664 Family guest house equipped with all basic necessities. Neat and clean. Rental cars, tourist guide and free open area vehicle parking available.

• Nafees Hotel
• Orash Lodge Guest House - 61-B upper chattar ☎ +92 5822-434997-8
• Pearl Continental - Rs 12,000 Check-in: noon / Check-out: noon Five star hotel.

• Sangam hotel - near quaid-e-azam bridge & Red Fort can haggle a room for Rs2,500
• Tayba Hotel - Tanga stand

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