Things To Do In Gwadar
Gwadar
Gwadar (Balochi/Urdu: گوادر) is a port city on the southwestern coast of Balochistan, Pakistan. The city is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea opposite Oman. Gwadar was an overseas possession of Oman from 1783 to 1958.[2] It is about 120 km (75 mi) southwest of Turbat, while the sister port city of Chabahar in Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan Province is about 170 km (110 mi) to the west of Gwadar.
The main industrial concern is a fish-processing factory; salt is obtained by the evaporation of seawater. Gwadar became part of the sultanate of Muscat and Oman in 1797, and it was not until 1958 that the town and adjoining hinterland were exchanged from Oman to Pakistan.
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Desert
Rocky wonders, beautiful sunsets, starry nights and glistening beaches, if you think this all wasn’t enough to make the highway of Gwadar, the most diverse and magical one, then let us introduce you to the sand dunes. Yes, Gwadar did not cease at all these wonders, but it stepped a little ahead by having a desert too. This desert in Gwadar displays a mesmerizing sea of sand in the colors of gold. The winds making the shifting dunes dance, grant you with a memorable experience, one which you might not find anywhere else.
The sphinx Gwadar
The Balochistan Sphinx, also known as the “Lion of Balochistan” or Abul-Hol, is a natural rock structure that bears resemblance to a sphinx and is visible from the Buzi Pass section of the Makran Coastal Highway.
Gawadar Port
Gwadar Port is situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea in the city of Gwadar, located in the Pakistani province of Balochistan. The port is located 533 km from Pakistan’s largest city, Karachi, and is approximately 120 km from the Iranian border.
Astola Island
Astola is Pakistan’s largest offshore island at approximately 6.7 km (4.2 mi) long with a maximum width of 2.3 km (1.4 mi) and an area of approximately 6.7 km2 (2.6 sq mi). The highest point is 246 ft (75 m) above sea level. Administratively, the island is part of the Pasni subdistrict of Gwadar District in Balochistan province.
Hammerhead
One of the more eye-catching features of the Makran Coast are two hammerhead-shaped peninsulas near the cities of Gwadar and Ormara. Both of the peninsulas are small fault blocks, or horst.
Ormara Beach
Ormara beach is located in the middle of the Makran Coastal Highway, halfway between Karachi and Gwadar. It is the best weekend destination and ranks 1st among the top 6 beaches of Pakistan.
Chandragup Active Mud Volcanoes
The mud volcano Chandragup is supposed holy by Hindus and is a necessary stop for pilgrims on their route to the shrine of Hinglaj Mata. Believers throw coconuts into the craters to make prayers and thank the gods for acknowledging their prayers.
The Prince Of Hope
The princess of this statue, located 190 km from Karachi, is dressed in a royal style. The tall princess looks elegant, but she looks as if she is hoping for something. The statue was named Princess of Hope in 2002 by the famous Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie.
Hingol National Park
Hingol National Park is one of the natural wonders of Pakistan. … It is part of the largest national park for the protection of endangered species in the country. The park is also home to wild Sindh Ibex, Balochistan Urial, and Chinkara Gazelle.