1. Karakoram Range: Home to the highest concentration of highest peaks in the world, including K2 (2nd highest peak in the world), Gasherbrum, and Masherbrum.

2. Himalayan Range: Includes the majestic Nanga Parbat (9th highest peak in the world) and Rakaposhi.

3. Hindu Kush Range: Features the rugged and scenic Tirich Mir and Batura Glacier.

4. Pamir Range: Boasts the stunning Pamir Plateau and the majestic Peak Korzhenevskaya.

5. Deosai National Park: A high-altitude plateau with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and lakes.

6. Skardu Valley: Surrounded by the mighty Karakoram Range, with picturesque lakes, rivers, and waterfalls.

7. Hunza Valley: A breathtakingly beautiful valley surrounded by snow-capped peaks, with ancient Altit and Baltit Forts.

8. Naltar Valley: Famous for its meadows, forests, and snow-capped peaks, including the Naltar Peak.

9. Shigar Valley: A remote and scenic valley with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and lakes.

10. Fairy Meadows: A lush green plateau surrounded by the mighty Nanga Parbat and other peaks.

These mountains offer endless opportunities for trekking, hiking, climbing, and exploration, amidst breathtaking scenery and diverse wildlife. The beauty of Pakistan’s mountains is truly awe-inspiring and a must-visit for any adventure seeker or nature lover!

This was the hellish, protracted siege known to many as ‘The Mincer’.

The fanatical French defence of the three forts – which had enormous psychological value to the whole nation – cost hundreds of thousands of lives and was, in part, the reason the Battle of the Somme was fought during the same year.

The battle ebbed and flowed throughout the year and the forts were captured and recaptured many times before finally the fighting eased in December 1916.

Unfortunately by this time almost 700,000 French and German troops had been killed or wounded trying to take or defend the city.