Top 10 Must Visit Places in Pakistan

Hunza valley

ALTIT-PAKISTAN-JULY 1: Mughal Khan, 99, who will turn 100 in October, takes a walk in his garden with the help of his grandson July 1, 2007 in Altit, Hunza Valley, Pakistan. Mughal was born and raised in his village and says he has never has any serious illness, his wife died 5 years ago. Like all elderly in Hunza, he lives with family members who care for him. “Now there is more stress in today’s society.” says Mughal. The Hunza Valley, at around 8,500 feet, is enclosed by mountain peaks as high as 25,550 ft is located in the far northeast of Pakistan, is a lush valley of fruit trees and fertile land. Over the years, many studies have been done on the longevity of the people of Hunza, reports have stated that it is the fitness of the elderly that is so unsual. Although there are few written records of births or deaths most families know the season when they were born and the year. Many elderly say that it is the pure foods, lack of stress in their life and clean air that has allowed them to live a healthy lifestyle. (Photo by Paula Bronstein /Getty Images)

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