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Eid holidays: Naran, Kaghan attract domestic tourists in droves amid blossom of flowers

MANSEHRA, Apr 11 (APP):Enjoying the hide and seek between the sun and clouds with prediction of moderate to erratic rainfalls over the snow-clad mountains of Malka Perbath at Kaghan valley, the domestic tourists, adventure sports enthusiasts and ecotourists arrived in large numbers from plain districts of KP and Punjab provinces during Eid holidays, enjoying the… Continue reading Eid holidays: Naran, Kaghan attract domestic tourists in droves amid blossom of flowers

Tourists advised to follow safety guidelines during hilly areas’ visit

ISLAMABAD, Mar 2 (APP):Tourists are advised to use precautionary measures and follow the safety guidelines during thronging to hilly areas to save themselves from miseries and untoward incidents to make their journey wonderful, amazing and memorable. Talking to APP, the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) official said that despite of cold weather, a large number… Continue reading Tourists advised to follow safety guidelines during hilly areas’ visit

PDMA predicts snowfall, rain in Murree, Galiyat

ISLAMABAD, Mar 1 (APP):The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has predicted heavy snowfall and rain in Muree and Galiyat over the next few days, said its Director General Imran Qureshi on Friday. Talking to a private news channel, Qureshi urged the local administration to ensure safety measures to mitigate any potential risks. DG PDMA further… Continue reading PDMA predicts snowfall, rain in Murree, Galiyat

PTSM providing guidance to tourists for safe journey

ISLAMABAD, Feb 21 (APP):The Punjab Tourism Squad Murree (PTSM) provides comprehensive guidance and awareness to domestic and foreign tourists making their journey safe and enjoyable. Punjab Secretary Tourism Raja Jahangir Anwar said that information and assistance could also be obtained by calling the Tourism Squad helpline number-1421 to avoid any untoward incidents, said a news… Continue reading PTSM providing guidance to tourists for safe journey

PDMA issues weather warning

LAHORE, Feb 21 (APP):Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Director General Imran Qureshi has issued a warning to all departments concerned in the wake of expected heavy rainfall, storm and more snowfall in Murree, Galyat and surrounding areas in the last week of February. He called upon the departments to get ready to deal with any… Continue reading PDMA issues weather warning

Peshawar-Chitral road closed to traffic after heavy snow in Dir Upper

PESHAWAR, Feb 20 (APP):The Peshawar-Chitral road has been closed to all kinds of vehicular traffic due to heavy snow on the Dir Upper side of the highway. According to a statement issued here from the District Administration of Chitral on Tuesday, people especially tourists are advised to avoid visiting the area due to the closure… Continue reading Peshawar-Chitral road closed to traffic after heavy snow in Dir Upper

Tourists urged to follow traffic rules to avoid mess on roads in Murree

RAWALPINDI, Feb 11 (APP):Deputy Commissioner (DC) Murree, Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi has urged the tourists to strictly abide by traffic rules to avoid traffic congestion and road mishaps at the hill station. He informed that the traffic management plan was being implemented to facilitate the tourists. He said that 13 tourist facilitation centers were established… Continue reading Tourists urged to follow traffic rules to avoid mess on roads in Murree

Snowfall continues; tourists flocking to Murree

ISLAMABAD, Feb 03 (APP):Snowfall continues in Murree Hill station and the number of tourists has increased significantly to enjoy the cold weather on the weekend. The district administration has once again decided to stop tourists at the Satra Meel point. The decision to stop the entry of tourists to Murree was taken due to an… Continue reading Snowfall continues; tourists flocking to Murree

Tourists closed into Murree due to severe traffic jam: DC

ISLAMABAD, Feb 1 (APP):Administration of Rawalpindi and Islamabad closed the roads going to Murree and Galiyat due to a large number of vehicles entering the hill station owing to heaving snowfall and to avoid any unwanted incident, Deputy Commissioner Murree Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi. Talking to a private news channel, he said that the decision… Continue reading Tourists closed into Murree due to severe traffic jam: DC

DG KDA directs to ensure facilitation for tourists visiting Kaghan Valley

KAGHAN, Jan 31 (APP):Director General Kagan Development Authority (KDA) Shabir Khan Wednesday chaired a meeting to discuss the issues pertaining to tourism management during snowfall in the Kaghan Valley. The primary focus of the discussion was on the provision of comprehensive guidance and ensuring maximum facilities for tourists visiting the region during snowfall. DG KDA… Continue reading DG KDA directs to ensure facilitation for tourists visiting Kaghan Valley

Snow-clad valley in Northern areas, majestic Margalla hills of Islamabad attracts tourists after rain

ISLAMABAD, Jan 31 (APP): With the onset of snowy weather coupled with rain, various parts of the country are witnessing a majestic look with its picturesque views which have become an adventurous charm for tourists coming from other plain cities of the country. The snowfall and rain have boosted the tourism sector as tourists made… Continue reading Snow-clad valley in Northern areas, majestic Margalla hills of Islamabad attracts tourists after rain

Tourists rushed to Galyat as snowfall blankets the region

APP43-130123 MURREE: January 13 – Commuters facing hurdle during heavy snowfall at the hilly town station. APP/ABB

NATHIAGALI, Jan 30 (APP):Heavy snowfall continued for the second consecutive day in Galyat and Thandyani on Tuesday blanketing the entire region. After a two-month delay, the first spell of snowfall finally arrived, attracting tourists to Galyat. On the initial day, the region received up to 5 inches of snow, followed by an additional three inches… Continue reading Tourists rushed to Galyat as snowfall blankets the region

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