Mansehra

Balakot

Kunhar River town in Mansehra — gateway stop before Kaghan, Shogran and Naran.

Balakot quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,200 ft; about 980 m
Nearest city: Mansehra; 38 km (about 1 hour by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 20°C to 33°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 14°C

Famous for

Town on the Kunhar River that serves as the gateway to the Kaghan Valley; historically known for the 1831 Battle of Balakot and rebuilt after the 2005 earthquake.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Balakot

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,200 ft (about 980 m)
Nearest city: Mansehra — 38 km (about 1 hour by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 20°C to 33°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 14°C

Famous for: Town on the Kunhar River that serves as the gateway to the Kaghan Valley; historically known for the 1831 Battle of Balakot and rebuilt after the 2005 earthquake.

Balakot sits on the Kunhar River in Mansehra District, where the Hazara hills meet the Kaghan climb. It is the usual refreshment and photo stop after the Hazara Expressway on PTG road packages.

Day 1 of the Skardu tour by road lists Balakot before Kuwai Waterfall, Kaghan, and Naran. Families use it as a short break; the same Corolla GLI or Yaris continues up-valley the same afternoon.