Where is Gilgit?
Gilgit is a city in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Its population is about 216,760 inhabitants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gilgit located?
Gilgit is a city in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, located at 35.9187°N, 74.3125°E.
Which country is Gilgit in?
Gilgit is in Pakistan.
What is the population of Gilgit?
The population of Gilgit is approximately 216,760 inhabitants.
What region is Gilgit in?
Gilgit is located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan.
How far is Gilgit from Islamabad?
Gilgit is approximately 270 km from Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.
What time zone is Gilgit in?
Gilgit is in the Asia/Karachi time zone.
What are the coordinates of Gilgit?
The geographic coordinates of Gilgit are 35.9187°N, 74.3125°E.
What cities are near Gilgit?
Cities near Gilgit include: Muzaffarabad, Battagram, Skardu.
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