Gwadar is a very beautiful and clean city in Pakistan. This city has a lot of tourism potential within itself. Due to the mesmerizing beauty, it will be a tourist hub in the future. It is a dream place for everyone. Here are some best places to visit in Gwadar that attract you.
Marine Drive
Gwadar Marine Drive is a beautiful road which is built along the sea, west of Gwadar City. This road is called Marine Drive. It’s a very fantastic road just like the international standard. The view of the beach from this road is very charming. That’s why most housing schemes, societies, and many real estate projects are connected to this road. In the future, this road will be called Boulevard.
The night view of Marine Drive gives a soothing feel beside the beach with streetlights and floodlights. The cool breeze and the sound of the waves on the walking track make for a great feeling. The sunrise and sunset here are also lovely.
Koh-e-Batil
Koh-e-Batil is the glory of Gwadar .It is the most famous hill in Gwadar located at an altitude of 470 feet, in the South of the city. It is 10 km long and 2 km wide. The view of the city and hammerhead peninsula from the top of the mountain is breathtaking. You have to climb 700 stairs to reach the top of the mountain.
It’s a very amazing tourist point. The Pearl Continental (PC) Hotel is also built on this mountaintop. A huge flag has been hoisted on the mountain which can be seen from any part of Gwadar.
Hammerhead
The hammerhead-shaped peninsula is home to the Old city of Gwadar. The name hammerhead is due to the resemblance of the hammer. It is very hard to believe that this unique shape is created naturally. The peninsula is surrounded by the sea on 3 sides. Hammerhead beach is also heart touching beach in Gwadar. Standing on the beach and feeling the waves, the vastness of the sea, and the noise of the water that will take you to another world.
Gwadar Cricket Stadium
According to International Cricket Council (ICC), Gwadar Cricket Stadium is the most beautiful stadium in the world. ICC shared its stunning pictures on social media and challenged others to find a more picturesque stadium.
“Show us a more picturesque sports venue than the Gwadar cricket stadium in Balochistan. We’ll wait…,” ICC tweeted.
It was inaugurated in November 2020. Its beautiful scenery and location are pleasing to the heart. The lush-green stadium has a remarkable view of the jagged mountains under a clear blue sky. The White Mountains looks like someone carved them. It is located at the foot of Koh-e-Batil. The aerial view of the stadium is fabulous. Everyone attracts to the beauty of the stadium.
Historic Shahi Bazar
The historic Shahi Bazar is one of the most visited places in Gwadar. It is located in the heart of old Gwadar. It had many shops that were the centre of trade for a long time before losing its glory but with time, its colours fade away. Now there are dilapidated houses, deserted streets, and just a few shops that are reminiscent of that era.
There is an old Kareemok-a-Hotel that is very famous for tea. People come from far and wide to this hotel to drink tea. A famous Khuda Bakhsh Gwadri Halwa shop is also placed here. The Halwa is the famous gift of Gwadar. You surely come here and try these two things and take them with you as a gift.
There is an Oman-era fort in Shahi Bazaar which was built from a defense point of view. People who come here must visit this fort.
Sunset View Park Gwadar
Sunset view Park Gwadar is a place where the sunset looks so cute; it’s hard to put into words. It is one of the most beautiful sunset points in the world. The Park plays an important role to promote tourism in Gwadar. It is located at the right tip of the hammerhead. When you come must visit this unique place in Gwadar which is recently constructed.
Pishukan Town
Pishukan is a coastal town 40 km west of Gwadar. Travelling from Gwadar to Pishukan along the sea makes your journey more beautiful. The town is famous for its beautiful beach and three pillars. These pillars are called “Saahe Padag”. These pillars are naturally formed by water, wind, and climate change. There is also Oman era fort in Pishukan. If you visit Gwadar don’t forget to see Pishukan.
