Karakar Pass
Karakar Pass (el. 1336 m./4384 ft.) is a mountain pass in the Hindu Kush in Pakistan.
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| Elevation | 1,336 m (4,383 ft) |
| Location | Pakistan |
| Range | Hindu Kush |
From the top of the pass, one can view Buner Valley. It was at this pass that the Emperor Akbar lost most of his 8000-man army in an abortive attempt to invade Swat in 1586.
The 45 km-long road from Pir Baba to Barikot passes through Elum Ghar rising through mature pine forests to Karakar Pass.
A waterfall, located on karakar pass
See also
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