Passu Cones

Passu village and its surrounding landscapes draw global travelers, geologists, geographers, photographers, and everyone else with their mystical allure. Multinational cultural influences, the intelligence behind their formation, and their active geological features have benefited a wide range of academic and professional interests.

The Passu Cones illustrate geological processes of the Karakoram. The Cones are composed primarily of sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and speak to the topographic story of the mountains. The rocks in the Passu Cones originally formed in ancient seabeds and are composed of sediment that accumulated over millions of years. Not only is the area around the Passu Cones an extraordinary geological feature, but it also possesses a rich history and culture. Passu village, situated at the feet of the Cones, has been inhabited for many centuries, and its history is intertwined with that of the wider Hunza Valley and the ancient Silk Road.

The cultural and spiritual importance of the Passu Cones also connects to local folklore and art. It is common for the cones to be used as subjects in art and drama productions within the area, and they serve as a creative muse for poets, painters, and musicians. The village is predominantly inhabited by Wakhi people who migrated in waves from Wakhan between 1870 and 1948 to different areas of northern Pakistan. They speak the Wakhi language and are homogeneously Ismailis.

From March to November, passu cones receive the summer session. It gets warm during the day, but the weather cools off in the evening. From mid-November to mid-March, Passu cones receive snow, and during that time, the Mighty Passu Cones and the surrounding area are covered with a white blanket.

Passu village is a truly fantastic place to visit and enjoy the serenity of this breathtaking spot. So what are you waiting for? Plan your trip by clicking the button below and completing the form.