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The Shigar Fort Residence was originally known as Fong-Khar, which in the local language means the ‘Palace built on the Rock’. The 17th-century building was restored by Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (AKCS-P) an institution of the Aga Khan Development Network. The structure is located in the splendid northern Pakistan province of Baltistan and sheltered in the scenic Shigar Valley. The Shigar complex comprises the Old-Fort Palace and the Garden House. The historic structure contains 13 suites all unique, inside the original palace and features traditional, Shah-e-Nasheen architecture, wooden panelling, local artefacts, very comfortable beds and ultra-modern bathrooms. All the rooms are orientated in a way that allows guests to enjoy the nature and charm of the site. Various terraces and vistas provides guests with magnificent views of the Karakoram Park and the enchanting mountainous landscape in the distance The Garden House is a more recent construction, in which the original ambience and style of the Shigar Fort was intentionally recreated. The large rooms are decorated with local fabrics and ancient craftwork objects. From the Residence it is possible to explore the historical villages of Chinpa, Halpapa and Shigar and the ancient Amburiq Mosque, a monument dating back to the 14th century that has recently won a UNESCO award.

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