| LOCATION:
Famous for the second largest Juniper Forest in the world
and only 3 hours drive from Quetta, lies Ziarat. Along the
133 km drive to Ziarat, one gets a glimpse of the rugged
topography of Baluchistan province, broken by visions of
green orchards. Situated at a height of 2449 meters, the
Ziarat valley remains snowbound during the winter.
Places of local interest including
the Ziarat Residency, where the Quaid-I-Azam Mohammad Ali
Jinnah, Father of the Nation, spent his last days. Prospect
Point, from where the entire valley can be viewed
in all its splendor and Sandemn Tangi are places worth visiting.
ACCOMMODATION:
The PTDC Motel is situated in the heart of this picturesque
town. Its rooms, comprising both comfortable huts and blocks,
overlook the lawns. Its restaurant caters to both local
and western tastes, special Baluchi delicacy Sajji,
is available on request. The Motel also offers Rent-a-Car,
Satellite TV, Telephone, Fax and Laundry services.
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