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PIA flights to Skardu to start tomorrow

DUBAI: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE Faisal Niaz Tirmizi along with Consul General Hussain Muhammad held a meeting with a delegation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) at Pakistan’s Consulate General, Dubai.

The meeting was apprised that PIA is starting direct flights to Skardu in the Northern Areas of Pakistan from May 3 to facilitate tourists and residents of that area.

Highlighting the immense potential of tourism offered by Pakistan, Ambassador Tirmizi said that it was indeed a right step by PIA towards facilitating tourists and people of Baltistan region. He added that Pakistan is home to five above 8,000-metre peaks (4 are in Skardu) and 108 peaks above 7,000 metres.

Tirmizi invited residents of UAE to explore the unmatched natural beauty of the Northern Areas while availing the opportunity of taking direct flights to one of the world’s most scenic destinations. Katpana Cold Desert in Skardu at an altitude of 2,226 metres is the highest cold desert in the world. Skardu is home to beautiful lakes, valleys, and amazing landscapes, added Ambassador Tirmizi.

The PIA’s team included Zeeshan Ahmed, Regional Manager Middle East; Muhammad Qasim Abbasi, Sales Executive; Sarmad Aizaz, Manager Sharjah & Northern Emirates; and Saima Aslam, Area Manager Abu Dhabi.

Zeeshan Ahmed thanked the ambassador for promoting and supporting the initiative by PIA.

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