Culture & Heritage

Mir Palace, Gulmit

The Mir's Palace has remained the Centre for Gojal and herein the rulers of Hunza used to reside during winter.  The palace is within the old settlement area and in front of the historical polo ground. For the visitors, this site would also be of an interest and they can learn more things provided that the concerned owner makes it more effective in attracting tourists here. Once the summer capital of Hunza, Gulmit served as the revenue collection point for all villages in the Upper Hunza valley. In front of this palace is the open space where the darbar and court of Mir was held. This palace was constructed during 1960s and comprised of many rooms and stores. As the palace is not in use so from inside it is deteriorating day by day.

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