Hingol National Park, National park in Balochistan, Pakistan
Description
Hingol National Park is a protected area in Balochistan that extends across the districts of Lasbela, Gwadar and Awaran. The landscape ranges from coastal areas on the Arabian Sea through rugged mountain chains to wide desert plains that have sparse vegetation.
History
This protected area was established in 1988 to preserve the wildlife and plants of this large region. Long before that, different communities lived here and left traces in the form of rock engravings and structures.
Culture
Rock paintings from early times and remains of monasteries show that people settled here over many centuries. The shrine of the goddess Hinglaj draws pilgrims from distant regions and reminds visitors how this desert is seen as a spiritual place.
Practical
Reaching this area requires a vehicle suitable for rough terrain and forward planning because of the remoteness and lack of infrastructure. The best time to visit falls between October and March, when temperatures are more bearable.
Did you know?
This area has mud volcanoes that release methane gas and change slowly over the years. Some rock formations look like figures and have received names from travelers, such as the one called Princess of Hope.
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Princess of Hope
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Kund Malir Beach
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Hawke's Bay Beach
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Hinglaj Mata
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Hub Dam
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Balochistan Sphinx
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Hingol mud volcano
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Paradise Point
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Chandragup
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Karachi Port Trust Building
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Sandspit Beach
151.1 km
Merewether Clock Tower
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Native Jetty Bridge
157.7 km
Shri Laxmi Narayan Mandir
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New Memon Masjid
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Lakshmi Building
158.2 km
Gondrani
103.9 kmCDGK Stadium
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Hub Dam Wildlife Sanctuary
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Qamar House
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Jinnah Bridge
157.7 km
Wazir Mansion
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Burhani Recreational Park
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State Bank of Pakistan Museum & Art Gallery
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Denso Hall
158.3 km
Hub Dam Reservoir
151.3 km
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