On the horizon peeks already out one of the mountains that lines the Deosai plains

Deosai Plains, Skardu.

Deosai plains welcome you by rounded ridges, grass and literally carpet of alpine flowers, however if you are here in the beginning of summer. Everywhere is water from melting snow fields. There are much more snow than anywhere else at the same altitude.The Deosai National Park is a high-altitude alpine plain and national park in northern Pakistan. It is located largely within Skardu District in Gilgit Baltistan. Deosai Plains are situated at an average elevation of 4,114 metres above sea level.

This upland plateau full of rounded ridges and flowering meadows in average heights over four thousand meters above sea level is a contrast to sharp peaks of Karakoram. Even the way through valley of river Hargisa is a wonderful experience with lots of beautiful views.

Some parts of the canyon are really beautiful – crystal clear river flowing through deserted, but with increasing altitude much greener rocky landscape. On the horizon peeks already out one of the mountains that lines the Deosai plains. From some of these mountains are very little known, but interesting distant views of the main ridge of Karakoram including K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum, Masherbrum and many other amazing mountains.

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