Food & Culture

Shopping in Skardu — Gemstones, Handicrafts and What to Buy

Baltistan is known for semi-precious stones and local handicrafts. A guide to what to look for, where to shop, and how to avoid overpaying.

Food & Culture

Balti Cuisine — The Local Food You Have to Try in Skardu

From apricot soup to Balti momos and butter tea — a first-timer's guide to the dishes that define Baltistan's food culture.