Chakwal's famous places may not be as popular as other cities in Pakistan, but don’t let that fool you about the beautiful places in Chakwal. Its beautiful place is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit to famous places in Chakwal. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do in beautiful places to visit in Chakwal and you can explore this hidden destination. You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Chakwal's beautiful places.
KALLAR KAHAR:
Kallar Kahar is situated 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) from the city of Chakwal, in District Chakwal. Kallar Kahar is famous for Kallar Kahar Lake, Takht-e-Babri, and beautiful species of peacocks. Kallar Kahar Lake is a saltwater lake, situated at an altitude of 1500ft above sea level, spreads over an area of 8 kilometers with a maximum depth of 4-5 feet. The famous Mughal emperor Zahir-ud-Din Babar encamped in Kallar Kahar with his armies, when he was marching from Kabul to attack Delhi with his armies. During his stay, a throne was built for him by cutting a big rock, where he addressed his army. Later the throne was named “Takht-e-Babri”. It still exists in Kallar Kahar and works as a popular tourist attraction. Bagh-e-Safa is a garden said to be planted by Babar. Babar himself referred to Kallar Kahar as a "charming place with good air" and natural beauty.
Katas Raj Temple:
Katas Raj Temple is a Hindu temple in Katas village near Choa Saidan Shah, about 40 km from Chakwal city. The temple aged back from the eras of the Hindu Shahis (615-950 CE) and is dedicated to their lord Shiva. According to Hindu beliefs, Krishna himself laid the foundation of this temple and made Shivaling in it. There is a sacred pond in the temple. According to a Brahmanical story, the pond was made by tears in the grief of Shiva at the death of his wife Sati. The Hindu pilgrims bathe in the pool to seek forgiveness. The site, known as Satghara which means seven houses, originally housed seven small ancient temples and a Buddhist stupa. However, only five of the seven temples remain intact today. It is considered the most important Hindu pilgrimage site in Pakistan and still, large numbers of the Hindu community visit the site from within the country and abroad.
Swaik Lake:
Swaik Lake (local names: Narumi Dhan, Khandowa Lake) is a lake 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from the Kallar Kahar and 30 kilometers (19 miles) southwest of Chakwal along the Motorway. It is a popular tourist attraction and offers opportunities for swimming and diving. It can be accessed through the M2 motorway linking Lahore and Islamabad.
Malot Fort
Located west of Kallar Kahar at a height of 230 meters (757 feet), Malot is a village in the Chakwal District, Punjab. The Malot Fort was built in the 10th century AD and is affirmative of its nature and roots down to a combination of Kashmiri architecture and Greek tradition. Due to this synthesis, it is also termed as one of the prettiest in the entire region. The red sandstone shimmers in the natural light of the sun which is also a local vernacular material present in the Salt Range Mountains.
Chinji National Park:
Chinji National Park was established in 1987 and is a protected area of IUCN category II (national park) located in Talagang Tehsil, Chakwal. It covers a total area of 6,095 hectares (15,061 acres). Chinji National Park is located close to the Salt Range, about 130 km from Islamabad in the south. The area is characterized to have sub-tropical vegetation with many plant species of importance. The area is also a habitat for threatened species of Urial.
Neela-Wahn
Neela Wahn, Kallar Kahar is a beautiful natural waterfall and lake, located on Khushab Road, near Kallar Kahar, Punjab, Pakistan. Neela Wahn is locally called "Chasma-ab-e-Shifa", because of its clear blue water like a crystal. It's popular because of its beautiful waterfall, greenery, good hiking site, and swimming spot.