Murree spreads along the top of a ridge for about five kilometres (three
miles). At the north-east end is Kashmir Point, with views across the
valley of the Jhelum River into Azad Kashmir. At the south-west end is
Pindi Point, looking back towards Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Between the two
runs The Mall, at the centre of which is the main shopping area, where most
people congregate. Numerous roads leave. The Mall and either follow the
contours of the ridge or descend to the principal road. Promenading and
shopping are Murree's main amusements, or riding in the new chair-lifts, one
from Bansara Gali (below Murree) to Pindi Point, the other to the top of
Patriata hill (on the road to Karor); both rides cost about Rs. 50 and take
half an hour with a change from open chair-lift to the enclosed bubble in
the middle.
Good buys in Murree are Kashmiri shawls, furs, walking sticks, fruits and
nuts. Murree's pistachio nuts are reputed to be the best in Pakistan.
Bhurban
Bhurban is a minor resort eight kilometers (five miles) from Murree on the
road leading north-east to Kohala and the Jhelum Valley. The golf course here
is open only to members. From near the Pearl Continental hotel you can take
one of the many delightful paved walks through the woods.
The Galis
Nathiagali
Perhaps the most sought out is the beautiful Nathiagali perched 2501 metres
high about 32 km away from Murree. The bracing air of the surrounding
mountains is as pure as fresh spring water.
Dungagali
Dungagali is a picturesque small resort situated on the slopes of the
Mukshpuri hill (2376 m.). It commands a charming view of a series of wooded
spurs projecting towards the river Jhelum on the western side. From Dungagali
one can climb the 2813 m peak of Mukhshpuri, which is the highest point in the
range. Natural springs abound on the slopes. It is 30 km from Murree.
Khairagali
It is 16 km from Murree at an elevation of 2346 m and commands a panoramic
view on either side of the ridge.
Changlagali
It is 16 km from Murree at an altitude of 2559 m. There is a rest house
located in the most picturesque surroundings.
