The GAC Journal
Stories from Gilgit-Baltistan
Travel guides, hidden destinations, living culture and festival calendars — everything to inspire your next trip to the roof of the world.
CultureThe Buddhist Heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan: Kargah Buddha & the Gilgit Manuscripts
Long before the Karakoram Highway, this was a crossroads of the Silk Road and Buddhism. Meet the Kargah Buddha, the Gilgit Manuscripts and a heritage trail few travellers know.
14 Jun 20261 min
CultureFestivals & Living Culture of Gilgit-Baltistan
From thundering polo at Shandur to spring's Navroz celebrations, Gilgit-Baltistan's calendar is alive with music, sport and centuries-old tradition.
3 Jun 20261 min
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