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• The second highest plateau in the world located in Pakistan is the Deosai Plains.
• Location: Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
• Height: ~4,114 meters above sea level
• Area: Around 3,000+ square kilometers
• Famous river/lake: Sheosar Lake
• Status: Deosai National Park
• It is known as the “Land of Giants” due to its high altitude and unique landscape.

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• The highest plateau in the world is the Tibetan Plateau.

Last verified on 09-06-2026

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Syed Mehdi Shah Shah became the 8th Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan in 2022.

Previously, Raja Jalal Hussain Maqpoon was governor Gilgit-Baltistan.

Last Verified on 09-04-2026

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• Trango Tower is a mountain peak located in the Baltistan region of Pakistan.
• It stands at a height of 6,339 meters (20,807 feet).
• It is known for its steep and challenging climb.

Last verified on 31-03-2026

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• The Deosai National Park is located in Gilgit Baltistan (GB).
• It was established in 1993.
• 'Deosai' means 'the land of giants'.
• It is the second-highest plateau in the world.
• It has an average elevation of 4,114 meters (13,497 ft) above sea level.

Last verified on 16-03-2026

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As of February 4, 2026, the current Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Gilgit-Baltistan is Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan.

He is a senior BS-20 officer of the Police Service of Pakistan (PSP).

He replaced Afzal Mehmood Butt.

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Cherries are mostly found in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan,

It is the country's main hub for cherry production, contributing around 70% of the total national output. 

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Gilgit is a city of: Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan

Gilgit Baltistan is located on the North side of Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan, formerly known as the Northern Areas, is a region administered by Pakistan as an administrative territory.

Gilgit-Baltistan was Established on 1 November 1948

Capital of Gilgit-Baltistan is Gilgit

Largest city of Gilgit-Baltistan is Skardu

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Sost or Sust (سوست‎) is a village in Gojal, Upper Hunza, Gilgit–Baltistan, Pakistan.

It is the last town inside Pakistan on the Karakoram Highway before the Chinese border.

It is elevated 2,800 meters above sea level.

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Hunza Valley: Mountainous valley in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Location: Situated along the Hunza River.

Attraction: Known for its snow-capped, rugged mountains.

Administrative Division: Located in the Gilgit Division of Gilgit-Baltistan (specifically, Hunza District).