Gilgit Valley () is a river valley traversed by the Gilgit River in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan. A section of upper portion is also known as Ghizer. Shandur Pass leads from Chitral into Gilgit Valley.

Geography

Lakes Gilgit Valley has a number of lakes including;

Khukush Lake Shandur Lake Handarap Lake Phander Lake

Climate

History

Transport 375 km of road connects it to the town of Chitral via the Shandur Pass (3,800 m).

Demographics

The town of Gilgit lies in the valley. References

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