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The world famous Shandur Pass is approx. 3798 meters above sea level and lies midway between Chitral and Gilgit. the distance from Chitral is 155km and from Gilgit is 235km approximately.
Shandur Pass remains snow covered in winter and turns into green pastures during summer season. The Shandur Lake adds to the colors of the plateau surrounded by high mountains. The famous Shandur Polo Tournament which has attained almost legendary status, is played here between Chitral and Gilgit teams every year from 7th to 9th July.
During the three days festival at Shandur, polo enthusiasts, mountain lovers, writers, photographers, mountains bikers, hikers, (local and foreign tourists) converge to witness the spectacular polo matches between the finest teams of Gilgit and Chitral.
The world famous Shandur Pass is approx. 3798 meters above sea level and lies midway between Chitral and Gilgit. the distance from Chitral is 155km and from Gilgit is 235km approximately.
Shandur Pass remains snow covered in winter and turns into green pastures during summer season. The Shandur Lake adds to the colors of the plateau surrounded by high mountains. The famous Shandur Polo Tournament which has attained almost legendary status, is played here between Chitral and Gilgit teams every year from 7th to 9th July.
During the three days festival at Shandur, polo enthusiasts, mountain lovers, writers, photographers, mountains bikers, hikers, (local and foreign tourists) converge to witness the spectacular polo matches between the finest teams of Gilgit and Chitral.
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