The popular tourist destination ‘Makuli’, located a short distance from Village: Qurqulti, Tehsil: Yasin, District: Ghizer, Gilgit Baltistan hosts the ‘Makuli Festival’. The two-day Makuli Festival is scheduled for July 13 and 14,2022. In particular, Qurqulti Youth Forum is organizing this two-day colorful occasion which includes a variety of games, cultural program and other recreational segments. Hence, It is going to be held at the spectacular Makuli Tourist Point, which is rich in natural magnificence.
Route
In terms of travel and road, the drive distance from Yasin Rest House to village Qurqulti is about 13 km. From Tashi onwards, there is a 3 km motorcycle track. You can cover the particular distance on foot as well and it takes 30 minutes approximately. If someone wishes to come from Hunza valley, it is worth mentioning that it takes only 4 hours and 30 minutes. To be sure the road is feasible for traveling.
The Makuli Festival Activities
Following are some of the details regarding the activities of the event.
•Makuli festival will feature speakers promoting tourism and will highlight social issues like suicide and the Great Debate on Drugs.
• Sports and games section in this festival include 4 club teams football matches and various indigenous games. Including tug of war, stone hit, dip, short race, long jump etc.
• Moreover, the intended Cultural program, Desi Band, Tamasha, and artists’ performances will be contributing greatly.
• Last but not the least , the youth who participated in this glamorous event and have done exceptional voluntary service and good performance will be encouraged, which includes prizes for well-performing youth.
To conclude, all interested ladies and gentlemen are invited to the celebration. Join the festival and enjoy the overgrown beauty of Makuli valley and the respective activities.