A Hike to Monal, Islamabad.

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[{"address":"Trail 5","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.752493710611866,"longitude":73.08559090000003},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1735.JPG?alt=media&token=3d40a296-42e8-491a-b3c4-4cb4bf7adfaf"},{"type":"text","content":"This is my go to place. The serenity of this place is unmatchable.\n\nTrail 5 originates at the northern end of Margalla Road with just half a kilometer distance from the main F-6 sector. Trail-5 is 5 kilometres long in total. Trail 5 begins at 950 feet at Sector F-5 and ends at 1150 feet at Monal Restaurant. The hike takes 3 hours in total but it can take more depending on your stamina. The trail was founded in 1979 and is maintained thoroughly.\n\nSecurity personnel are stationed along the route, so there is no real risk of mugging, molestation, or encounters with wild animals, making it a very secure and safe trail. Near the entrance, there is a car park, a nursery, and a visitor information and education centre.\n\nThere are several beverage drink stalls along the way, but one should bring snacks and a water bottle with them. It is also useful to carry a stick with you, in the very start of your hike, which you can easily find in the parking area, it'll help you to climb up the steep slopes.\n\nTrail 5 is the most popular of all trails because it is more beautiful than the others, it is open and safe all year round, and it ends at Monal Restaurant to replenish calories lost during the journey.\n\nThis trail is very easy to hike you can simply complete it by going from one way and connecting to trail 3 and coming back. However I would suggest to take the other route that will lead you to the experience more about Margalla Hills, which include the monal, damn e koh and especially the Monal view point. It would not take more than six hours even for a average hiker to experience all this.\n"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Ftrail%205%20map.mp4?alt=media&token=2a700b99-8ec1-4bb1-b9f2-f32293373fcc"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Fimages.jpg?alt=media&token=ef351840-19bf-4028-9c4b-4b4fb69b07e3"}]},{"address":"Trail 5","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.752493710611866,"longitude":73.08559090000003},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_0029.jpg?alt=media&token=970d7941-a79a-4a15-9af5-8c4d4f92153b"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Ftrail%205.mp4?alt=media&token=eff72c1b-1edc-4294-b024-0080154c0d48"},{"type":"text","content":"One of the most beautiful trial you will witness for hike as you will start to hike through trial five. Many love birds can be found in the dense woods alongside the trail, and listening to their chirping makes the place more peaceful and builds a connection with the nature.\n\nTrail 5 on the Margalla Hills is the Himalayan mountain range's continuation. The soil throughout the trail is rich in nutrients and is densely forested with green trees, herbaceous plants, and rocks. \n\nA variety of animals and birds can be found in the forest on the trial but incase of wild animals the trail is covered with hidden fences and cameras throughout the path.\n\nA freshwater creek runs alongside the path. Hiking provides opportunities to see butterflies, birds, and chickens. The further you pursue it, the more difficult it will become. Because phone service is spotty, so you should take a picture of the map at the beginning of the trail, which will come handy when you would reach the top and need to find a different route back to civilization.\n\n\nIf you enjoy hiking, Trail 5 is the trail for you to take because of the freshwater stream that makes hiking so enjoyable. The breathtaking view of Islamabad from the top makes you forget about your exhaustion. \n\nAside from hiking, the place is a great spot for picnics at various picnic locations. You will get to see various animals and birds along the way, and the view from the top is well worth the effort you put in to get there.\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FTrail_5%2C_Margalla_Hills%2CIslamabad.jpg?alt=media&token=33b70bd2-df36-4f60-a3c6-726b5a02a8ed"}]},{"address":"Ficus Spring And Waterfall","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.75238346061184,"longitude":73.0856076},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1732.JPG?alt=media&token=d98bcad9-6928-4da1-aa27-165f72f4ca03"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1731.JPG?alt=media&token=3eeec633-1276-41f8-a538-0568f35aed7d"},{"type":"text","content":"The trail has three different interconnected paths. One is the one which has a spring called Ficus Spring. The Ficus Spring has a refreshing experience. \n\nOne can refill water bottles with the natural and fresh/clean water from the spring and can even splash some water on face for refreshing. \n\nThis beautiful spring can be seen after a 2.7 km hike with a nearly 300 metre altitude difference from the trail 5 starting point. \n\nMany people are unaware of this spring because it is located on a high and steep path that is difficult to access. However, the view is breathtaking and well worth the effort.\n"}]},{"address":"Three waterfals","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.75990531061485,"longitude":73.08013700000001},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1733.JPG?alt=media&token=22280599-8500-4333-af6c-ba3d3bb739bc"},{"type":"text","content":"This lovely waterfall is about 3.5 kilometres from the trail's starting point. This is also a picturesque location about 3 kilometres from Bari Imam. This location has recently attracted a large number of mountain-loving tourists. The waterfall is still runny in the summer, never completely drying up, and is easily accessible via Trail 5. \n\nIt is a combination of three small waterfalls and a pool that's ideal for a family picnic, with crystal clear water. It has the most incredible calming vibes.\n\n Do take a walk early in the morning so you can see the peace and tranquility of this place fully. There is also an open natural swimming pool. This is such a captivating waterfall that people forget to blink. The greenery around and the chirping of birds makes this one of the most beautiful waterfall in the world.\n\n This is really a not-to-be-missed attraction and it lies in the heart of Islamabad, the Margalla Hills. This place is really close to the ending point of trail 5.\n \n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1734.JPG?alt=media&token=c947bafd-df91-42b7-9031-a4056cd973ef"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2F9373382085_e5a82bb873_b.jpg?alt=media&token=8b53d9c4-4086-41be-a95d-f46a62ea18a3"}]},{"address":"Trail 5 End Point","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.76757841061793,"longitude":73.07715439999998},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2F10041f000001gpbcd5E76.jpg?alt=media&token=d86771b9-0fc4-4647-9965-cedc4b1ce01d"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Fviewwww.mp4?alt=media&token=23363bc1-32f6-457e-bcaf-7332f25ca161"},{"type":"text","content":"After finishing the most beautiful hike, at the end point of trail 5, you will witness the most perfect view of the whole capital city. \n\nThis is the place where you will witness the most scenic view of the city and its huge buildings from a bird eye angle. The view is breathtakingly beautiful, and you will never get tired of it. A adoring beauty, like a landscape painting\n\nThis point is a few minutes walk away from the famous hill top restaurant Monal and the famous Tree House. At this point you will also find horses and camels, you can also buy yourself a ride on them too."}]},{"address":"The Monal","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.7600616106149,"longitude":73.0655511},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1739.JPG?alt=media&token=993290b0-b6de-437a-94bc-698b4a43201f"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2FIMG_1738.JPG?alt=media&token=74e9acdd-ed7a-49f9-a031-912fc520f753"},{"type":"text","content":"The Monal Restaurant Pir Sohawa, located in the Margallah hills, provides both indoor and outdoor dining with a panoramic view of the capital. \n\nMonal Islamabad offers a unique blend of traditional and modern cuisine. It provides a revitalising fine-dining experience that draws both locals and tourists.\n\nThe restaurant has the most scrumptious food, plus it comes with a mesmerizing view. It also has a tree house located in it, which is located at the mountain's peak. \nAfter the hike, one can easily come to Monal and sip a cup of tea outside while enjoying the cool breeze and taking in the breathtaking scenery of the lush green Margalla Hills and the pale pastel blue cloudy sky. \n\nTo summarize, it is a well worth a visit to Islamabad and if you miss this, you miss a major part.\n"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Fmonal%20video_Trim.mp4?alt=media&token=96803f3a-5068-476b-a25e-6e620085e1df"}]},{"address":"Margalla Hills Islamabad View Point","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.74687586060962,"longitude":73.05752789999998},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Ffeatured-trail.jpg?alt=media&token=891b0720-a4a2-4430-8501-3b4d0c63a17c"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Ftraillll%20555_Trim.mp4?alt=media&token=f44697ed-b2e2-4553-b1a9-903d46750393"},{"type":"text","content":"The Margalla Hills are a Himalayan foothills hill range located north of Islamabad, Pakistan, within the Margalla Hills National Park. The Margalla range covers 12,605 hectares. Murree Hills include the hills. It is a mountain range with many valleys and high mountains.\n\nThe hill view point is an area of land that is higher than everything around it; it can be found on the way back to town from Pir Sohawa. It also serves as a good rest stop. It appears to be a small bump in the ground. It is a good place to get a good view of the entire city because it is higher than everything around it. \n\nThe Hill point is more accessible and has a sitting area. Furthermore, it is an excellent location for viewing the sunrise and sunset. If you go there at night, the view of city lights will enchant you, and it will appear as if stars are scattered across the land."}]},{"address":"Daman-e-Koh Park","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":33.73955386060668,"longitude":73.05544934999999},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2Fc4af085cc2ff9d10260c77bf7865564a.jpg?alt=media&token=90d114b8-0c26-403c-9157-4c34b62bf870"},{"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FrrBn1LetUbQATYskAIw0%2F316526174_511261774482261_3873346761017944127_n.mp4?alt=media&token=d1f54088-c5e3-4963-abb1-ab6bfe9df1b6"},{"type":"text","content":"Daman-e-Koh is a viewing point and hilltop garden located in the middle of the Margalla Hills north of Islamabad. Its name is a combination of two Persian words that mean foothills. \n\nIt is approximately 2400 feet above sea level and nearly 500 feet above Islamabad. It is 20 minutes away from the main city and also comes with a linking track from trail 5 after 3km.\n\nIt is a great tourist spot.Great view point, you can have a whole view of Islamabad from here. Proper parking is available for visitors and stalls are available for snacks, tea and shopping stuffs. \n\nOverall a suitable place to have friends and family get together. Monkeys are very naughty here and will grab your things to eat, however it is a entertaining site watching them.\n\n"}]}]