TOURSIM
Kotla
Kotla is famous for its hiking trails that lead to Pir Kanthi 10930 ft (3331mt), Danna meadows, Panjal Mastan and Ganga Choti, a mountain peak about 9989 ft(3044 mt) high and one of the most famous tourist attractions in AJK, Pakistan. There is also a waterfall in Kotla. The Valley of the Bagh is the largest and most beautiful waterfalls., It is located at a height of 5798 feet above sea level.and Danni Lake.
1 Dnna
Danna is a hilltop area situated in Tehsil Bagh in the Bagh District of Azad Kashmir. Its approximate height is about 9400 ft above sea level. RWkot, MZD,Kazinag Glacier and Jhulem River can be viewed from Danna. Danna is the highest mountainous location in the northeastern area of Bagh,and near Kotla. it is the point of origin of three different mountain ridges. There are some remains of an old mazar on the highest hilltop. Danna is most accessible during the summer months; the weather is generally pleasant but becomes colder from October through March. The area's natural beauty is at its peak from April to September.
.2 Kotla Waterfall
This waterfall is located in Kotla a village in northern Bagh., It is very large and beautiful waterfall. The Bagh is two hours away. The Valley of the Bagh is the largest and most beautiful waterfalls.It is located at a height of 5798 feet above sea level.
.3 Daani Sar (Lake)
Danni Sr is a high-altitude lake (2,612 metres (8,571 ft) located in near Kotla Bagh AjK.
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6 NogaziWatermill
7 Air HoleForests
Kotla is also home to some of the rarest forests in the region containing Pine trees that are hundreds of years old. Due to lack of knowledge/interest, these forests are now endangered to become extinct as locals continue deforestation by cutting down trees yet local/state governments seem to have no interest in saving them.
Climate and ecology
Kotla features a subtropical highland climate (Cwb) under the Köppen climate classification. It is situated in the outer Himalayas, retaining high altitude. This type of area has cold, snowy winters, relatively cool summer with drastically escalated rain, in relation with lower altitudes, and frequent fog. Precipitation is received year round, with two maxima, first one during winter and second one at summer, July–August. Total mean precipitation annually is 1,789 mm (70.4 in).[7] A variety of rare animal species can be found in Kotla, including the leopard, which inhabits the neighboring Galiyat region. More common animals include the rhesus monkey, wild boar, foxes and various species of birds, including the Cheer Pheasant and Kalij Pheasant. The area gives its name to the Kotla vole, a rodent species endemic to Pakistan.
Kotla
Kotla is famous for its hiking trails that lead to Pir Kanthi 10930 ft (3331mt), Danna meadows, Panjal Mastan and Ganga Choti, a mountain peak about 9989 ft(3044 mt) high and one of the most famous tourist attractions in AJK, Pakistan. There is also a waterfall in Kotla. The Valley of the Bagh is the largest and most beautiful waterfalls., It is located at a height of 5798 feet above sea level.and Danni Lake.
1 Dnna
Danna is a hilltop area situated in Tehsil Bagh in the Bagh District of Azad Kashmir. Its approximate height is about 9400 ft above sea level. RWkot, MZD,Kazinag Glacier and Jhulem River can be viewed from Danna. Danna is the highest mountainous location in the northeastern area of Bagh,and near Kotla. it is the point of origin of three different mountain ridges. There are some remains of an old mazar on the highest hilltop. Danna is most accessible during the summer months; the weather is generally pleasant but becomes colder from October through March. The area's natural beauty is at its peak from April to September.
.2 Kotla Waterfall
This waterfall is located in Kotla a village in northern Bagh., It is very large and beautiful waterfall. The Bagh is two hours away. The Valley of the Bagh is the largest and most beautiful waterfalls.It is located at a height of 5798 feet above sea level.
.3 Daani Sar (Lake)
Danni Sr is a high-altitude lake (2,612 metres (8,571 ft) located in near Kotla Bagh AjK.
4 Lakha Howa Phater
5 Nangay Ka par
6 NogaziWatermill
7 Air HoleForests
Kotla is also home to some of the rarest forests in the region containing Pine trees that are hundreds of years old. Due to lack of knowledge/interest, these forests are now endangered to become extinct as locals continue deforestation by cutting down trees yet local/state governments seem to have no interest in saving them.
Climate and ecology
Kotla features a subtropical highland climate (Cwb) under the Köppen climate classification. It is situated in the outer Himalayas, retaining high altitude. This type of area has cold, snowy winters, relatively cool summer with drastically escalated rain, in relation with lower altitudes, and frequent fog. Precipitation is received year round, with two maxima, first one during winter and second one at summer, July–August. Total mean precipitation annually is 1,789 mm (70.4 in).[7] A variety of rare animal species can be found in Kotla, including the leopard, which inhabits the neighboring Galiyat region. More common animals include the rhesus monkey, wild boar, foxes and various species of birds, including the Cheer Pheasant and Kalij Pheasant. The area gives its name to the Kotla vole, a rodent species endemic to Pakistan.
Earthquake of 2005
Kotla and its surrounding villages were totally destroyed from the 2005 Kashmir earthquake, hundreds of people were killed or injured by this quake. 100% population was left homeless. Most of the houses have been reconstructed though with the help of the Governments of Pakistan, Azad Kashmir and local/ International NGOs.
Kotla and its surrounding villages were totally destroyed from the 2005 Kashmir earthquake, hundreds of people were killed or injured by this quake. 100% population was left homeless. Most of the houses have been reconstructed though with the help of the Governments of Pakistan, Azad Kashmir and local/ International NGOs.
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DISTRICT BAGH:
Before getting the status of an independent district, Bagh and Haveli were parts of district Poonch. Both these districts almost resemble to that of District Poonch in their history, culture, customs and traditions. As a whole both these districts are rich in variegated natural beauty, topography, falls into mountainous zone. Bagh, Dheerkot, Sudhan Gali, Hans Chowki, Neela Butt,njm nLas Danna, Mahmood Gali, Kahuta, Haveli and Ganga Choti are the main locations of tourist’s interest in this region.
Bagh:
Bagh the district headquarters of District Bagh is 100 kilometers from Muzaffarabad via Kohallah & 80 kilometers via Sudhan Gali, 205 kilometers from Islamabad and 48 kilometers from Rawlakot.This town is situated on the confluence of two mini Nullahs, Malwani & Mall,with an altitude of 1077 meters ASL which flow all the year round. The people of Bagh are brave, courageous and skilled, especially the artificers in the field of bakery and confectionery. The well recognized “Haji Peer Pass” is about 32 kilometers from Bagh city linked with metal road. Middle standard hotels, PWD and Forest rest houses are available for visitors. Some private hotels are available according to the local standard.
Dheerkot:
The fascinating and charming place of district Bagh is 25 kilometers from Kohalla, and 132 kilometers from Islamabad. Located at an altitude of 1676 meters, Dheerkot possesses an extremely pleasant and healthy climate. This place is very popular among the visitors as a tourist resort mainly due to easy access, suitable and beautiful landscape. In the heart of the calm & quite Deodar and Kail mixed forests, Posh Forest rest house and three Tourist Huts are available here for guests.
Neela Butt:
From Dheerkot, 06 Kms ahead to south east, this spot is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters. Besides its scientific beauty this place is well-known for its historical background. On august 23, 1947 the Mujahideen-e-Azaadi assembled at this place and started an armed struggle against the Dogra rule. Sufficient accommodation facilities are available here for tourists. The town offers, basic amenities of life to the visitors.
Suddhen Gali:
Suddhen Gali located at a height of 2134 meters, links Chikkar with District Hattian as well as with District Bagh. This scenic spot also serves as a base camp for those interested in hiking/Trekking to the nearby 3045 meters high mountain ” Ganga Choti”..Buses & vans ply daily for Bagh, Chikkar & Muzaffarabad to this place. A tourist rest house & PWD rest house provide reasonable accommodation facilities to the tourists.
Before getting the status of an independent district, Bagh and Haveli were parts of district Poonch. Both these districts almost resemble to that of District Poonch in their history, culture, customs and traditions. As a whole both these districts are rich in variegated natural beauty, topography, falls into mountainous zone. Bagh, Dheerkot, Sudhan Gali, Hans Chowki, Neela Butt,njm nLas Danna, Mahmood Gali, Kahuta, Haveli and Ganga Choti are the main locations of tourist’s interest in this region.
Bagh:
Bagh the district headquarters of District Bagh is 100 kilometers from Muzaffarabad via Kohallah & 80 kilometers via Sudhan Gali, 205 kilometers from Islamabad and 48 kilometers from Rawlakot.This town is situated on the confluence of two mini Nullahs, Malwani & Mall,with an altitude of 1077 meters ASL which flow all the year round. The people of Bagh are brave, courageous and skilled, especially the artificers in the field of bakery and confectionery. The well recognized “Haji Peer Pass” is about 32 kilometers from Bagh city linked with metal road. Middle standard hotels, PWD and Forest rest houses are available for visitors. Some private hotels are available according to the local standard.
Dheerkot:
The fascinating and charming place of district Bagh is 25 kilometers from Kohalla, and 132 kilometers from Islamabad. Located at an altitude of 1676 meters, Dheerkot possesses an extremely pleasant and healthy climate. This place is very popular among the visitors as a tourist resort mainly due to easy access, suitable and beautiful landscape. In the heart of the calm & quite Deodar and Kail mixed forests, Posh Forest rest house and three Tourist Huts are available here for guests.
Neela Butt:
From Dheerkot, 06 Kms ahead to south east, this spot is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters. Besides its scientific beauty this place is well-known for its historical background. On august 23, 1947 the Mujahideen-e-Azaadi assembled at this place and started an armed struggle against the Dogra rule. Sufficient accommodation facilities are available here for tourists. The town offers, basic amenities of life to the visitors.
Suddhen Gali:
Suddhen Gali located at a height of 2134 meters, links Chikkar with District Hattian as well as with District Bagh. This scenic spot also serves as a base camp for those interested in hiking/Trekking to the nearby 3045 meters high mountain ” Ganga Choti”..Buses & vans ply daily for Bagh, Chikkar & Muzaffarabad to this place. A tourist rest house & PWD rest house provide reasonable accommodation facilities to the tourists.