Dera Ismail Khan
Dera Ismail Khan, abbreviated as DI Khan, is a city and headquarters of Dera Ismail Khan District, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
It is the 10th largest city of Pakistan and sixth largest in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by population. Dera Ismail Khan is situated on the west bank of the Indus River, at its junction with the Gomal River.
Getting to Dera Ismail Khan
Areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa can be dangerous to for travel. Peshawar’s urban environment or more touristed destinations like Chitral or Swat Valley are generally safer, as opposed to rural areas and those on the border with Afghanistan. Unless traveling to one of these areas of high security concern, it is no longer required to obtain a No Objection Certificate.
Worth seeing
Ruins of Takht-i-Bahi in Mardan Ruins of Sahr-i-Bahlol Bala Hisar Fort in Peshawar Burj Hari Singh - Sikh fort founded by Sikh General Sardar Hari Singh Nalwa (no longer exists) Panch Tirath – An ancient Hindu site now converted into a park The Sikh Temple at Jogan Shah Gor Khuttree – An ancient site of Buddha's alms or begging bowl in Peshawar.
Things to do
In the summertime hiking tours to the mountains are offered. Ask at Green Tours in front of the Greens Hotel, Peshawar Cantt, and Pearl Tours of the Pearl Continental Hotels. This can also be done by hiring a car, jeep or pickup from local car rental agencies. The region is home to Pakistan's oldest 1 ski resort near Malam Jabba, albeit modest in size with only 2 pistes.
Where to eat
Chappal Kabab, a beef kebab shaped like the sole of a sandal is most famous dish of Peshawar. Several famous kabab selling shops are around. Information about them can be obtained from the travel agents or local hotels and guides. The restaurants in Namak Mandi serve marvellous tikka and karai.
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