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Jarogo Char and Waterfall Swat: A Hidden Gem of Nature

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Promising a unique experience, Jarogo char and Waterfall  is an ideal haven in the picturesque valley of   Swat . Its natural charms, unspoilt beauty and rustic appeal makes it a masterpiece of the kind nature in the rolling hills of Matta Subdivision . Location and Accessibility to  Jarogo Char And Waterfall: Located near Jarogo Village or Jarogo Valley about 60 kilometers from Mingora city in the remote northern hills of Swat valley , Jarogo char and waterfall (Abshar)  is the special feature of the area. The stunning waterfall and the serene landscape around it offers a perfect escape for nature lovers and adventure seekers.  Journey to Jarogo Char and Waterfall: Journey to Jarogo Char and Waterfall is as captivating as the resort and the waterfall itself. Travelers typically reach Jarogo by road from Mingora. From there, the route meandering through the picturesque landscapes and lush green valleys to the valley. The final stretch involves a trek through ...

The Ancient Swat River: More Than Just a Body of Water

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Have you ever been to Swat Valley ? If yes; you must have noticed that the whole valley revolves around the ancient Swat River and depends on it for natural beauty. The Ancient Swat River as a Reflection of Relationship between Nature and Humanity : The ancient Swat River  is more than just a a body of water. Its journey is a tale of natural beauty and a symbol of cultural richness, a source of life and inspiration. Right from the heights of Hindu Kush mountains down to its confluence with River Kabul, there is a reflection of the intricate relationship between nature and humanity . Origin of Swat River Swat River originates from the lofty peaks of Hindu Kush range and the territories of Swat Kohistan by the merging of Usho River and River Utror at Kalam. River Usho emerges from Mahodand Lake in the north-east and drains Matiltan and Ushu valleys. Whereas, River Utror and its tributaries (Gabral, Batal, etc.) drain the western and the northwestern sub-valleys of Kohi...

Wetland and Unsung Story of Chino Baba: Environmental Meltdown Around the Marshland

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Little way down the lane from the main Kabal road at the lower end of Kanju village, Swat Valley , lies a small graveyard. Entering it the first site you behold is a tomb, with the headstone on the grave reads, "Chino Baba son of Sultan Mehmoud Ghaznavi", the great Muslim conqueror, also known as 'idol smasher in history.'      Wetland and Unsung Story of Chino Baba - The Home of Springs: How it gets the name, the picturesque resort in itself tells the entire story.  The Pashto term, "Chino", has been derived from 'chiney',  which means springs of water and "Baba", is the saint resting there almost in the middle of the mountains above and River Swat down it.  Unlike his brother  Sham   Baba in the mountains above, Chino Baba was buried there  down in the wetland . They reportedly came from Sham (Syria) for a holy war, and  martyred in a Holy War in 413 Hijrah.  However,  there is no authentic record to prove or disapprove...