{"id":32616,"date":"2026-04-27T05:26:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T05:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globaltimes.com.pk\/?p=32616"},"modified":"2026-04-27T05:26:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T05:26:47","slug":"chitral-valley-witnesses-15pc-increase-in-foreign-tourist-arrivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globaltimes.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/04\/27\/chitral-valley-witnesses-15pc-increase-in-foreign-tourist-arrivals\/","title":{"rendered":"Chitral Valley witnesses 15pc increase in foreign tourist arrivals"},"content":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD, Apr 27 (ABC<\/a>): Chitral Valley attracted over 2,700 foreign tourists in 2025, marking a 15 percent increase from 2024.<\/div>\n
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According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan<\/a>, the number of international visitors reached 2,728 in 2025, a 15 percent increase over 2024, when 2,373 foreign tourists visited the valley. The steady growth highlights Chitral\u2019s rising appeal as an emerging destination for global travelers seeking nature, culture, and adventure tourism.<\/div>\n
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The document indicates that foreign tourist inflows have gradually increased over the years, from 1,581 in 2022 to 1,632 in 2023, before a sharp 45 percent jump in 2024.<\/div>\n
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Meanwhile, domestic tourism has recorded significant fluctuations but an overall strong surge. In 2025, the number of local tourists soared to 923,894, a massive 151 percent increase over 367,409 in 2024. In 2023, domestic arrivals totalled 586,159, underscoring that domestic tourism remains a major driver of the region\u2019s travel industry.<\/div>\n
The growth in tourist numbers is attributed to improved connectivity, better infrastructure, and increased promotion of northern areas as key travel destinations.<\/div>\n
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The government is working on developing Madaklasht as a dedicated centre for eco-sports, adventure, and nature tourism under a comprehensive master plan. The initiative aims to attract both domestic and foreign tourists while preserving the natural environment.<\/div>\n
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With proper infrastructure, environmental safeguards, and consistent policy support, Chitral Valley has the potential to become one of Pakistan\u2019s leading tourism destinations.<\/div>\n
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The latest figures reflect growing interest in the region and underscore the importance of sustainable tourism development to ensure long-term economic and environmental benefits.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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