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Eagle's Nest Hotel : About The Area |
 Duikar
is a charming hamlet above the village of Altit which is
situated next to Baltit, Karimabad. Karimabad is the capital
of the former state of Hunza. The state of Hunza was ruled
by the same family for over 960 years, with their seat being
the Baltit Fort. Both Baltit Fort and the even older Altit
Fort are worth a visitor before you come up to Duikar or on
your way down. |
 One
of the main attractions of Duikar is the viewpoint (2900 m)
which is a 5 minute climb up behind Eagle’s Nest Hotel. Here
you have the best views during sunrise and sunset, if you
have the chance come to Eagle’s Nest Hotel at full-moon.
Starting from Eagle’s Nest Hotel it is a 1 ½ hours climb up
to Hosht (3600 m). From the Hosht viewpoint you have great
views of Ultar Mountains and Hopper glacier. The Hunza
panorama is wider and dearer here. |
 The Ultar glacier trek can be done as long day trek or one can camp for a night at Ultar meadow. It is recommended to take a guide on this trek. Eagle’s Nest Hotel can arrange every thing for you. It is a pleasant hour stroll to the Hazrat Abbas shrine near Shabbat village. From here there are spectacular views down to Karakorum Highway and an awesome views of Golden peak, Rakaposhi, Ultar and Lady's Finger mountains. The management of Eagle’s Nest Hotel will gladly assist you in planning your treks and walks around Duikar. |
