Shogran is a hill station situated on a green plateau in the Kaghan Valley, northern Pakistan at a height of 2,362 metres (7,749 feet) above sea level. The local people are very friendly and peaceful, and accessible in the summer and winter both seasons.
Shogran is located at a distance of 34 kilometers (21 mi) away from Balakot. The road from Islamabad to Kiwai is metaled and measures 212 kilometers (132 mi).
Jeep charges from Kiwai to Shogran are Rs.3000 to Rs.4000 only. Moreover, with a night stay at Shogran Rs.7000 to Rs.9000 in peak season. And will vary in other seasons also depending on bargaining, respectively.
There are many hotels and restaurants available at affordable costs at Shogran Meadows with different categories. Some of the best hotels are:
There are many things to do at Attabad Lake at affordable prices. Some of the activities are:
Shogran is open for visitors in summers and winters (although in winter only one hotel is open for stay). June – August every year is the peak season. During this period, the weather remains pretty pleasant.
You can visit many places near to Attabad Lake to explore the surroundings. Most of the sightseeing places are:
Temperature ranges between a maximum of 20 °C (68 °F) and a minimum of 3 °C (37 °F) at night. Monsoon winds bring heavy rains with occasional hail storms. Unexpected thunderstorms and heavy rains keep the environment cool and sometimes create difficulties for visitors to move around. Warm clothes are recommended for nights due to low temperatures. Heavy snow keeps the valley covered throughout the winter season.
It attracts families and explorers alike. You should not miss a trip to Forest Rest House. Most of the people sit and relax on its huge lush green lawns. Entry might be restricted when senior officials visit or stay at rest houses. Views of Sri Paya and ‘Musa ka Musala Peak’ are nice from the lawns of the rest house.
