Ziarat is situated 133 km (3 hours by car) from Quetta, Ziarat is a holiday resort amidst one of the largest and oldest Juniper forests in the world. It is said that some of the Juniper trees are as old as 5000 years. The name Ziarat means, "Shrine". A local Pashtun saint, Kharwari Baba, is believed to have rested in the valley and blessed it. After his death he was buried here. People frequently visit the saint's shrine, which is 10 km from Ziarat.

Culture and History

Climate

Ziarat is 2449 meters above sea level and remains quite cool during summer and receives enough snowfall during the winter. Light woolen clothing for summer and heavy for the winter are recommended.

People and culture

The inhabitants are the Pashtuns. Nomadic tribesmen also pass through the valleys around during spring and autumn with their families, herd of sleep and camels. The women wear shalwar (baggy trouser) and long skirted shirts with a chadar ao Dopatta having embroidered and mirror work. Men wear shalwar, long shirts and waist coat with a turban on the head.

Languages

Pashto is the main language spoken here. Urdu and English are also spoken.

Travel to Ziarat - Visa Requirements

Ziarat is located 133 km (3 hours by car) from Quetta.

Tours and Getting around Ziarat

Ziarat tourist attractions and sightseeing

  • Prospect Point
  • Shrine of Kharwari Baba
  • Sundaymun tungi

Ziarat city tours

Ziarat souvenirs and shopping

Ziarat Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Ziarat nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Ziarat cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation has a Motel Complex with 18 comfortable rooms and cottages. Accommodation can be booked from the PTDC Offices in Quetta, Karachi and Islamabad. There are other comparatively inexpensive hotels in the town's center.

Get out

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