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More facilities demanded as tourism on rise in KP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 29: The tourist influx at scenic spots of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) was on rise as around 33,027 people from across the country visited various destinations in one day to enjoy the pleasant weather. 

Different places of KP province are known for low temperature in Summer season and are the main reason of attraction for tourists from plain cities where mercury even touched 45 C mark.

The statistics issued daily by KP Integrated Tourism Development Project (KITE) on Wednesday revealed that Galiyat attracted 16,311 tourists, Kaghan/Naran 13,321, Malam Jabba 2,140, Chitral Lower 638 and areas of Upper Dir fascinated 452 tourists. 

A senior official at KITE said the hotel industry was doing a good business due to rise in Summer tourism. 

Moreover, a large number of tourists are also expected during Eid ul Azha holidays. The administration is in process of  finalizing all arrangements to facilitate tourists particularly during holidays. 

When asked, the official said Murree was already attracting a large number of domestic tourists on daily basis especially during weekend. 

Furthermore, schools Summer vacations are also the other reason of increase in tourists influx. 

The authorities concerned should also take notice of the lack of tuck shops at tourists spots as complaints have been reported of charging high prices of mineral water and other snacks. 


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