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Central Karakoram National Park
Central Karakoram National Park is a national park in Pakistan.
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- KDU · 107 km
Nearest airports to Central Karakoram National Park
- 1 KDU107 kmstraight line
- 2 GIL197 kmstraight line
- 3 IXL216 kmstraight line
Leh, IndiaMore about Central Karakoram National Park
Central Karakoram National Park is one of 43 national parks in Pakistan.
History and protection
It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.
Visiting Central Karakoram National Park
The closest airport is Skardu International Airport (KDU), about 107 km away — around 2 h 19 min by car; alternatively Gilgit Airport (GIL, 197 km). Other national parks within reach include K2 National Park (2,335 km²), Deosai National Park (3,464 km²), Khunjerab National Park (2,269 km²) and Himalaya National Park (2,263 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Central Karakoram National Park?
Skardu International Airport (KDU), about 107 km away in a straight line.
What protection category is Central Karakoram National Park?
It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.
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