Mizri Ghar
Mizri Ghar at 3,111 metres (10,207 ft) is the third highest mountain in the Sulaiman Mountains of Western Pakistan.[2] The only peaks higher are Qaisaghar (Kaisargarh) at 3,444 metres (11,299 ft) and Takht-i-Sulaiman at 3,378 metres (11,083 ft). Mizri Ghar is located in Sub-Tehsil Zimri Palaseen of District Musakhail, Balochistan. In summer, Mizri Ghar receives a high amount of rainfall while in winter season it receives a considerable amount of snowfall, sometimes 4 to 5 ft. Its climate is very cool even in summer and its temperature is comparable to Naran, Kaghan, and Murree. This climate uniqueness of Mizri Ghar makes it one of the coldest tourist points in Baluchistan and makes it attractive for the tourists of the adjoining areas such as Zhob, Loralai, D I Khan, DG Khan, and even Multan.
| Mizri Ghar | |
|---|---|
  Mizri Ghar Location in Pakistan | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,111 m (10,207 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 1,618 m (5,308 ft)[1] |
| Isolation | 39 km (24 mi)  |
| Listing | Ultra |
| Coordinates | 31°20′27″N 70°01′45″E[1] |
| Geography | |
| Location | Pakistan |
| Parent range | Sulaiman |
Greenery and Wildlife
Mizri Ghar and the surrounding peaks, are predominantly covered with vegetation. The vegetation includes Chilgoza Pine,[3] Wild Olive, and other shrubs and grasses. It has green lush valleys on its top.[4][5] The top area is about 30 km long and 2 to 3 km wide. Chilghoza Pine is one of the sources of livelihood of locals in Zimri Palaseen.
A few decades ago, Mizri Ghar was full of wildlife such as Suleman Markhor, Common leopard, fox, wolf, Asiatic steppe wild cat, and Hyaena. There were herds of Suleman Markhor in these mountains but due to poaching, these animals are depleting very quickly nowadays.
The local social activists have repeatedly requested the Government and international organizations working for wildlife to help in saving these animals from extinction. They have also requested to declare the top of the Mizri Ghar as "Wild Sanctuary or National Park for Wildlife". This will help in providing a safe environment for these animals which will result in growing the number of these wildlife. When the number of these Markhor is increased, then Trophy Hunting may be started like in Gilgit Baltistan. This will attract local and international tourism and will boost the local economy.
References
- "Afghanistan and Central/Southern Pakistan". Peaklist.org. Retrieved 2014-05-27.
- "To Mizri Ghar and back". The News International.
- Punjab, KPK Aur Balochistan Ko Jorne Wala Pahar Jahan Duniya Ka Behtareen Zaitoon Paida Hota Hai, retrieved 2023-01-29
- Mizri Ghar | Exploring Kohe Suleman Range | Tor Ghar | Part 2/2, retrieved 2023-01-29
- Mizri Ghar | Exploring Kohe Suleman Range | Tor Ghar | Part 1/2, retrieved 2023-01-29