Amburik Mosque

The Amburik Masjidis located in Shigar,^[1] Baltistan built by Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani^[2] It is one of the oldest mosque in Baltistan ^[3] and Pakistan. It is Baltistan's most famous landmark and a major tourist attraction. Unesco has awarded culture award for this mosque.^[4]

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References

↑ Shahzad Bashir. Messianic Hopes and Mystical Visions: The Nåurbakhshåiya Between Medieval.
↑ History and Culture of Baltistan,Hassan Hasrat
↑ History of baltistan ,Hassan nurbakshi
↑ Baltistan in view ,yousaf hussain Abadi

List of cultural heritage sites in Gilgit-Baltistan

Forts	Khaplu Palace Baltit Fort Shigar Fort Skardu Fort Altit Fort

Tourist attractions	Chaqchan Mosque Amburik Mosque

Archaeological sites	Sacred Rock of Hunza Noorpur Stupas Alam Bridge inscriptions Mughal Minar Kargah Buddha Manthal Buddha Rock Danyore Rock Inscriptions

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