Town or village
Basho
Skardu district · 3,000 m
Basho is a pine valley above Skardu, with summer pasture above the treeline.
Basho sits at about 3,000 m, above Skardu, in a side valley with pine forest and summer pasture above the treeline. It is a cool, green retreat from the busier sights of the Skardu district.
Kind Town or villageDistrict SkarduElevation 3,000 mPosition about 35.517° N, 75.267° E
About Basho
Come for the quiet. The forest is a pleasant place for a walk, and above the trees the high grazing opens out, with herders and their animals spending the summer on the slopes.
If you have a spare day in Skardu, Basho is a peaceful way to spend it and to enjoy a different side of Balti mountain life.
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Town or village
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