1 . From the Karakoram Mountain to the Indus River plain, Pakistanis home to many breathtaking landscapes.

Kaghan Valley

Kaghan Valley is a place of fairytales. According to one version of a local legend, a prince of Persia fell in love with a fairy princess in the valley. But a giant (巨人) was also in love with the princess. One day, she escaped with the prince, In his anger, the giant flooded the valley and created lakes with his tears. Today, visitors from around the world travel to Kaghan Valley for its beautiful lakes, mountain scenery, and clear night skies.

Baltoro Glacier

Baltoro Glacier is one of the world’s largest glacier valleys. Though difficult to access, it is one of the most highly visited regions in Pakistan because of mountain climbing destination like K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks in this area. Baltoro Glacier is not only known for its scenery, but as a life source-a large percentage of northern Pakistan’s population depends on the water from the Karakoram glaciers.

Deosai National Park

Known as “Land of the Giants”, the park is swept by wildflowers and rare butterflies each spring. This biodiversity hot spot is home to the Tibetan wolf, Himalayan ibex, Tibetan red fox and the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear. The park was granted (授予) World Heritage status in 2016.

Hingol National Park

Hingol National Park is the largest national park in Pakistan. While it is well-known for its diverse wildlife, it is perhaps best known for its active mud volcanoes. One of the most famous mud volcanoes is Chandragup, a sacred site for Hindus. Every spring, more than 40,000 people went there to honor the goddess Sati. Before they pay their respect to the goddess at a nearby temple, they have to clean their bodies with the mud.

1. What can tourists do in Kaghan Valley?

A．See active mud volcanoes.	B．Pay respect to the goddess Sati.
C．Enjoy its beautiful scenery.	D．Climb the world’s highest mountain.

2. Which is the main water source for northern Pakistan?

A．Baltoro Glacier.	B．Hingol National Park.
C．Kaghan Valley.	D．Deosai National Park.

3. What do the last two parks have in common?

A．They are sacred sites for Hindus.	B．They are known for diverse wildlife.
C．They are famous volcanic parks.	D．They are granted World Heritage status.