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Zhob
is a picturesque valley known for its beautiful mountains, treks and
archeological sites. It starts from the Muslim Bagh (7500 feet) and
ends at the Afghan boarder Fort Sandeman (10000 feet). It expands
beautiful, breathtaking views throughout the valley. With an
abundance of fruit orchards there is one dangerous little thing
found amongst them, and that is, the scorpion. In the month of April
the flowers bloom and you'll be able to see an extraordinary site
with flowers and snow together.
Zhob valley starts from Muslim Bagh, which is the
center of Chromate Mines and is located 96 kilometers north east of
Quetta. Coming to Muslim Bagh and not visiting the chromate mines is
a waste of tour. The Muslim Bagh is known as an Oasis of Orchards.
Yet another place to see in Muslim Bagh is Asia's highest Railway
Station Kanmehtarzai Pass, which is on the road, that connects Fort
Sandeman with Bostan.
Rana
Ghundi is an archeological site having mounds from which remains of
a culture have been found with affinities spread to the Hisar
culture of North East Iran dating back to 3500 BC. Red Pottery has
also been found, which is estimated to belong to a period earlier
than the Indus valley civilization. Fort Sandeman (10000 feet) above
sea level is at the Afghan Pakistan border and is sorrounded with
beautiful scenery. Sheenghar (Green Hill) at this height is covered
with Pine forest and is the best area in the valley to shoot Chakor.
Qila Saifullah is the seat of the famous Jogezai
family located on the ancient Carvan routs. It is famous for its
Apples, Pistachio Nuts, and some beautiful scenery spots. Its
community is known to be the earliest agricultural community in the
Indo Pak Subcontinent, which flourished at the beginning of 3000 BC.
The climate here is heavy, but enthrillingly seductive for adventure
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