Swat District

Swat District lies in the mountains of Malakand with snow-capped peaks, dense forests, and the Swat River flowing through its central valley. The terrain is rugged with narrow valleys where settlements cling to the hillsides.

The territory was an independent state under Saidu Baba in the 1800s before becoming a British-administered princely state in 1918. This transition shaped the district's boundaries and governance structure.

The local population speaks Pashto and gathers at mosques and shrines that shape daily community life throughout the region. These sacred spaces serve as important meeting points where social bonds are strengthened.

Saidu Sharif Airport near Mingora provides the main air entry point, with road travel connecting most villages and towns throughout the region. Winter weather can bring snow to mountain passes, affecting travel times.

Several villages in the district grow apple varieties that are sold across Pakistan, making agriculture a defining part of local life. This farming tradition has supported families for generations.

Location: Malakand Division

Inception: October 14, 1969

Capital city: Saidu Sharif

Shares border with: Buner District

Website: https://swat.kp.gov.pk

GPS coordinates: 34.78278,72.36194

Latest update: December 18, 2025 11:41