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Day Excursion To Katasraj Hindu Temples (from Islamabad/Rawalpindi)
Tour snapshot
Overview
Nestled amidst the serene Salt Range near Chakwal, the Katas Raj Temples (Qilla Katas) are located about 162km from Islamabad. The temples form one of South Asia’s most spiritually resonant and historically layered pilgrimage sites. Perched at an altitude of 2,000 feet above sea level and spread across 260 Kanals of rolling terrain, this complex comprises an ensemble of ancient Hindu temples, Buddhist stupas, havelis, and sacred bathing ghats woven together by meandering stone staircases and n...
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- Visit the sacred Katas Raj Pond, believed to have formed from Lord Shiva's tears
- Explore the Satgraha (Seven Temples), dating back to the Hindu Shahi era (6th–10th century CE)
- Discover the ruins of an ancient Buddhist stupa and historical structures like Hari Singh Nalwa’s Haveli
- Admire Kashmiri-influenced temple architecture with trefoil arches and fluted pillars
- Learn about Al-Beruni’s research in Sanskrit and astronomy at Katas
- Panoramic views of the Salt Range from the highest temple rooftops
- Experience a peaceful walk through the winding paths and lush green surroundings
- Optional detour to Kallar Kahar Lake or Salt Range viewpoints
What's Included
- Air conditioned transport with fuel and chauffeur
- Pick up from a designated place/location
- Tolls, Taxes, and Parking fees
- Mineral Water bottles
- Drop off at the location where from picked up
Exclude
- Personal insurance of participants
- Meals (Lunch & Dinner)
- Site entrance fees (if any)
- Professional Tour Guide (upon request on additional charges)
- Tips and gratitude
- Any domestic/international flight
- Any pick up/drop off from/at a location outside the designated place.
Itinerary
07:30 AM – Depart from Islamabad via M2 Motorway, exit at Kallar Kahar Interchange
10:00 AM – Arrive at Katas Raj Temples; explore Satgraha, sacred pond, Buddhist stupa
12:30 PM – Break for lunch (local restaurant or packed lunch)
01:30 PM – Visit Ram Temple, Hanuman Temple, Kala Mandar & Haveli of Hari Singh Nalwa
03:30 PM – Optional short visit to Kallar Kahar Lake or viewpoint
04:00 PM – Depart for Islamabad
06:30 PM – Arrival in Islamabad