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mansoor64
Toledo, OH3 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
My experience was very pleasant. The old historic part is fairly preserved. It’s nice to see their structures which survived several major earthquakes over the period of 1000 year.
Locals were friendly and greet us with a smile.
They have nice medical faculty built on self help. The facility provides basic medical services to the community including maternity services.
Locals were friendly and greet us with a smile.
They have nice medical faculty built on self help. The facility provides basic medical services to the community including maternity services.
Written 29 July 2021
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Saleem H
Hunza, Pakistan44 contributions
The First Settlement of Hunza Valle along the Silk Route-1000 Years old History-Ganish Village-Hunza
Sept 2017 • Solo
Ganish is a Village in Central Hunza Valley along with Karakorum Highway with 1000 years old UNESCO award won History..This is the first settlement of Hunza.People used to settle coming from different areas/cultures/races and customs..Gradually population grown up and move to other parts of Hunza like it is said by elders that after Ganish Altit Village was settle and then Baltit (Karimabad) and etc...
There are four old mosques belongs to four tribes in Ganish,built when Muslims came after Buddist.and only two Old Watch Towers out of 18 used for Area and Royal Family Protection at the time when Hunza was a State and Hunza had often attacked by Nagar Valley (Nagar State at That Time) ..Its being said that The Kings of Both State were Brother from one mother but they used to fight oftenly (Interesting Story Must Visit and Study) to take over the Kingdom and rule..Nagar's King wanted to take over the Hunza and Became King of Both States and Vice Versa....
So... I would say if Your are on History Tour or even not,You must Visit Ganish with a Guide and visit Village..
Dont hesitate to contact us for Tour Info/Tour Packages/Trekking Info in all over Pakistan.I will more than Happy to Help You make a Trip Memorable....Thanku :)
Good Luck ... and Forgive me for any Typing Mistake :(
There are four old mosques belongs to four tribes in Ganish,built when Muslims came after Buddist.and only two Old Watch Towers out of 18 used for Area and Royal Family Protection at the time when Hunza was a State and Hunza had often attacked by Nagar Valley (Nagar State at That Time) ..Its being said that The Kings of Both State were Brother from one mother but they used to fight oftenly (Interesting Story Must Visit and Study) to take over the Kingdom and rule..Nagar's King wanted to take over the Hunza and Became King of Both States and Vice Versa....
So... I would say if Your are on History Tour or even not,You must Visit Ganish with a Guide and visit Village..
Dont hesitate to contact us for Tour Info/Tour Packages/Trekking Info in all over Pakistan.I will more than Happy to Help You make a Trip Memorable....Thanku :)
Good Luck ... and Forgive me for any Typing Mistake :(
Written 23 November 2017
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afshan m
Calgary, Canada166 contributions
Jul 2017 • Solo
Ganish village (means the golden village in the Brushaski language) is over 1000 years old and has won the Unesco Asia Pacific Heritage Award. The village consists of watch towers, 3 mosques (over a 200 years old) and a reservoir, in addition to houses that are still lived in.
If you can find the local guide, you can ask to climb the timber-and-stone watchtower and into the Ali Gohar House. This was the house of the local vazir.
If you can find the local guide, you can ask to climb the timber-and-stone watchtower and into the Ali Gohar House. This was the house of the local vazir.
Written 3 September 2017
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Princen_Oranien
Stockholm, Sweden58 contributions
Sept 2019 • Couples
Old historical village which is not maintained at all. They have spotters outside that call this guy who comes out right when they see a Non local arriving to see the place. This guy approached us pretty aggressively & demanded we have to pay 500 rupees entrance without any greetings or welcome. Upon paying that amount he took us through a total of 4 buildings that are approximately few meters apart and explains the history. We spent about 10 minutes listening to him & once he was done the tour was finished & we could go roam around the whole village on our own.
Now we had thought that he will give us a tour of the whole village since we were 4 people & each paid about 500 a pop but that wasn't the case. The tour was basically just to justify the "Entrance" fee & nothing more.
We saw old buildings that were locked filled with Garbage & filth so its pretty clear that the money they charge doesn't goes towards maintaining the place but into their own pockets.
Funniest part was when my husband asked the man why there's an entrance fee to a village & he got even more aggressive & said there's No Why's here.
There was nothing special about this place except some old wood art work & smelly alleyways with Garbage everywhere. The pond outside was the filthiest water pond I've ever seen. Kids were bathing in it on one side, other side a man was rinsing his mouth in the same water & besides him a woman was dipping a mop into the water to clean the mop.
If we hadn't had visited this place we would not have missed anything. Definitely not worth spending your time & money on this place.
I've read a review that they're so kind & show u inside their homes but that's Not true.
Now we had thought that he will give us a tour of the whole village since we were 4 people & each paid about 500 a pop but that wasn't the case. The tour was basically just to justify the "Entrance" fee & nothing more.
We saw old buildings that were locked filled with Garbage & filth so its pretty clear that the money they charge doesn't goes towards maintaining the place but into their own pockets.
Funniest part was when my husband asked the man why there's an entrance fee to a village & he got even more aggressive & said there's No Why's here.
There was nothing special about this place except some old wood art work & smelly alleyways with Garbage everywhere. The pond outside was the filthiest water pond I've ever seen. Kids were bathing in it on one side, other side a man was rinsing his mouth in the same water & besides him a woman was dipping a mop into the water to clean the mop.
If we hadn't had visited this place we would not have missed anything. Definitely not worth spending your time & money on this place.
I've read a review that they're so kind & show u inside their homes but that's Not true.
Written 22 September 2019
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712niggi
Karachi, Pakistan187 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Ganish has been home to many tribes and caravans travelling through the village in the Hunza Valley. It is the oldest and first settlement on the ancient Silk Route, situated on the right bank of Hunza River. The settlement was also nominated twice for UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation.
Although the time was almost up when we reached but the guide accommodated us. A donation of Rs. 300, almost 2 USD each is charged at the entrance. This is used for the settlers and maintenance here.
The guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic to tell us about the rich history of the settlement.
It was interesting to know how the settlers used to preserve butter for years. A pond at the entrance was used as the reservoir and children were swimming in it. A 400 year old tree surrounds the prayer area. The preserved, splendid, carved wooden mosques are a treat to the eyes. The doors to the rooms are low and the thick walls are made of stone to keep the rooms warm in winters. It was interesting to know how the inhabitants used to save themselves from the enemies.The imposing towers mark the landscape.
It amazed me that the construction of the village at such a great height with heavy boulders must have been a superhuman task.
The children were keen to get a glimpse of the visitors. The girls happily picked the sweetest mulberries from the big trees to give us.This was the most interesting tour and should not be missed.
Although the time was almost up when we reached but the guide accommodated us. A donation of Rs. 300, almost 2 USD each is charged at the entrance. This is used for the settlers and maintenance here.
The guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic to tell us about the rich history of the settlement.
It was interesting to know how the settlers used to preserve butter for years. A pond at the entrance was used as the reservoir and children were swimming in it. A 400 year old tree surrounds the prayer area. The preserved, splendid, carved wooden mosques are a treat to the eyes. The doors to the rooms are low and the thick walls are made of stone to keep the rooms warm in winters. It was interesting to know how the inhabitants used to save themselves from the enemies.The imposing towers mark the landscape.
It amazed me that the construction of the village at such a great height with heavy boulders must have been a superhuman task.
The children were keen to get a glimpse of the visitors. The girls happily picked the sweetest mulberries from the big trees to give us.This was the most interesting tour and should not be missed.
Written 26 July 2019
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Mirza H
Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan7 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
This was the best highlight of our Hunza trip. The village is well preserved and takes you back in time. Our guide was from the descendants of old settlers in the area and shared history and folk stories. This is UNESCO protected village and people are not allowed to make alterations. the living conditions of the native people are not good and charitable donations should be made to improve living conditions of these people.
Written 29 August 2018
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Nancy D
Los Angeles, CA1,645 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
Walk around this ancient village where people still live. Children will allow you to snap their photo. Women do not like it and will say no. I was told there was a weaving village here. We found one woman weaving on her loom. They then showed us a variety of souvenir weaving that I don’t believe were made here. Also showed us needlepoint pieces of European patterns.
Written 4 April 2018
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Zartaj S
Karachi, Pakistan51 contributions
Dec 2018
Our guide, who was a local of the village gave us a detailed tour. It is pretty amazing how there are still families living there without modernising it (as it is a Heritage Site). They were really hospitable & let us into the homes to view it from the inside. Please don't resent the entry charges to any of these places..they are used towards maintaining them
Written 5 January 2019
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NavG
Perth, Australia337 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
The ancient village is signposted on the main road with a short walk down an alley. We had a tour guide who took the fees too. This set within a proper village which is very nice itself. Was well worth a visit to see the ancient and the also the village currently in use.
Written 24 July 2018
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BoundforElsewhere
New York City, NY113 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Ok, so this was yet another random stop my brother-in-law dragged us to up in Hunza but man, was it worth it.
Down a little alley, in the back of the street facing buildings is the Ganish Historic Settlement. This thousand-year old community was a major stop on the silk road route and served traders and travelers, alike. Much of the same buildings are still in use as is the communal cistern. Some of the families here have lived here for hundreds of years. Pretty cool but tends to promote inbreeding.
We were guided through by an Urdu-speaking guide who also know enough English to keep me engaged. The legacies of which he spoke and the significance of the community are amazing. He showed us how they store butter underneath rocks next to the cistern to age butter, some of which gets to be fifteen years old. This is traditionally eaten at special events like weddings or given as gifts. I didn't get too close, though, so I can't tell you what it smelled like.
So, if you are in the neighborhood, don't wait for your family to do it for you. Go to Ganish and be amazed.
Down a little alley, in the back of the street facing buildings is the Ganish Historic Settlement. This thousand-year old community was a major stop on the silk road route and served traders and travelers, alike. Much of the same buildings are still in use as is the communal cistern. Some of the families here have lived here for hundreds of years. Pretty cool but tends to promote inbreeding.
We were guided through by an Urdu-speaking guide who also know enough English to keep me engaged. The legacies of which he spoke and the significance of the community are amazing. He showed us how they store butter underneath rocks next to the cistern to age butter, some of which gets to be fifteen years old. This is traditionally eaten at special events like weddings or given as gifts. I didn't get too close, though, so I can't tell you what it smelled like.
So, if you are in the neighborhood, don't wait for your family to do it for you. Go to Ganish and be amazed.
Written 3 October 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sairaali1956
Karachi, Pakistan
Hello. Will be there next week. Plz let me know exact location on Ganish village
Written 27 June 2019
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