Roughing it out at a Palace

17th century, Baltistan Pakistan

A king - Hassan Khan, built a palace

That he named

Fong - Khar (Palace on the rock)

21st century

Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan, restores the palace

Now called Shigar Fort Residence

For the discerning world traveler

To enjoy the luxuries of this century

In the glorious ambience of the past

Middle of no-where?

Somewhere in Baltistan

The first view of Shigar across the river

Local art in sparse interiors

Bedrooms for the kings retinue?

Beautiful lattice (jaali) work

Detail of hand carving on a column

No, you will not need to hunt for your own food :)

Dawatkhana (Dining room)

Stunning architecture

Read more about the history of Shigar Fort here

I can imagine taking a contemplative holiday here...