Chilas

Chilas Petroglyph

Ancient rock carvings on the Indus near Chilas, seen on the Naran–Skardu road via Babusar.

Chilas Petroglyph quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,600 ft; about 1,100 m
Nearest city: Chilas; 3 km (about 10 minutes by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 25°C to 40°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 13°C

Famous for

Thousands of rock carvings and inscriptions on boulders along the Indus at Chilas and Thalpan, dating from prehistoric times to the Buddhist era. They include stupas, animals, hunting scenes and Kharoshthi and Brahmi inscriptions left by traders and pilgrims.

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

About Chilas Petroglyph

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,600 ft (about 1,100 m)
Nearest city: Chilas — 3 km (about 10 minutes by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 25°C to 40°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 13°C

Famous for: Thousands of rock carvings and inscriptions on boulders along the Indus at Chilas and Thalpan, dating from prehistoric times to the Buddhist era. They include stupas, animals, hunting scenes and Kharoshthi and Brahmi inscriptions left by traders and pilgrims.

Chilas Petroglyph sites line the Indus below Babusar — a Standard and Luxury stop on a 7 days Skardu tour by road day 2 before Lower Kachura.