British-era Bara Gali forest track offers visitors glimpse into Galiyat’s untouched heritage

NATHIAGALI - The historic Bara Gali Forest Track, nestled in the heart of the Galiyat region, continues to attract nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts with its centuries-old forests, breathtaking mountain scenery and well-preserved natural landscape. Dating back to the British colonial era, the trail remains one of the region's most scenic and ecologically significant walking routes. The forest track was originally developed during British rule when Bara Gali served as an important hill station and summer retreat. The British established rest houses, forest inspection routes and walking trails across the Galiyat hills to connect settlements and facilitate forest management. Many of these pathways, including the Bara Gali Forest Track, have survived largely in their original form, offering visitors an opportunity to experience the area's rich natural and historical heritage.