Muzaffarabad is the capital of Azad Kashmir, Pakistan. It is located in Muzaffarabad District on the banks of the Jhelum and Neelum rivers. The district is bounded by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in the west, by the Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Indian-held Kashmir in the east, and the Neelum District of Azad Kashmir in the north. According to the 1998 Census, the population of the district was 725,000, and according to a 1999 projection, the population had risen to almost 741,000. The district comprises three tehsils, and the city of Muzaffarabad serves as the cultural, legislative and financial capital of what is presently known as Azad Kashmir.
•Azad Jammu and Kashmir Assembly
•Azad Jammu and Kashmir Supreme Court
•Mosque Assembly Secretariat
•Kh. Khurshid Tomb
•Chehla Bridge
•Subri (Langarpura) Lake
The district is administratively subdivided into three tehsils, these are:[citation needed]
•Athmukam
•Hattian Bala Land of Hazarat Hafiz Jamal u Din."a great saint of his time"
BaniHafiz a Popular village of Hattian Bala. It includ the Mizar of HAfiz Jamal u Din. SAjada nasheen Muhammad Ajmal Irfan Danish.Atrue follower of Jamalu Din
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY BUILDING IN MUZAFFARABAD
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Azad Jammu and Kashmir abbreviated AJK or, for short, Azad Kashmir is a self-governing territory controlled by Pakistan, it lays west of Indian controlled Jammu and Kashmir. It was part of the former princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which ceased to exist as a result of the first Kashmir war in 1947, fought between India and Pakistan.
It shares border with Gilgit Baltistan, which along with itself is referred by United Nations as "Pakistani-controlled Kashmir". Azad Jammu and Kashmir borders the Indian-controlled state of Jammu and Kashmir to the east (separated from it by the Line of Control), Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province to the west and Pakistan's Punjab Province to the south. With its capital at Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu and Kashmir covers an area of 13,297 square kilometres (5,134 sq mi) and has an estimated population of about four million.
The centre of one of the worlds largest disputes, Azad Kashmir has a parliamentary form of Government. The president is the constitutional head of the state, while the prime minister, supported by a Council of Ministers, is the chief executive. Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly elects both the prime minister and president. The state has its own Supreme Court and a High Court. The Ministry of Kashmir affairs serves as a link between theGovernment of Pakistan and the Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.[4]
The 2005 earthquake left the region in unparalleled devastation, including 3 million people were displaced and 100,000 deaths. Since then with help from Islamabad and foreign donors reconstruction of infrastructure is underway. Currently, its economy largely depends on agriculture, services, tourism and remittances sent each year by members of the large Kashmiri diaspora. There are approximately 1880 hospital beds, the total number of doctors, including administrative doctors, health managers snf dentists is 702. Azad Kashmir's literacy rate is well 64%. At present the gross enrolment rate at primary level is 95% for boys and 88% for girls (between the age of 5-9).[5]
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Supreme Court AJK
The district is bounded by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in the west, by the Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Indian-held Kashmir in the east, and the Neelum District of Azad Kashmir in the north. According to ... Supreme Court AJK ...
MUZAFFAR ABAD CITY VIEW
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| Muzaffarabad city situated on the banks of the Jhelum and Neelum rivers. The district is bounded by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in the west, by the Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Indian-held Kashmir in the east, and the Neelum District of Azad Kashmir in the north. |
PIR CHINASI
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| A 30 kilometers eastward journey from Muzaffarabad takes one to the breathtaking location Pir Chinasi, it is situated at the height of 9,500 feet. Due to its marvelous charming beauty, lush green plateaus and magnificent weather, it wins the hearts of nature lovers. The view of the peak of the neighboring mountain peaks spell bounds a visitor. Devotees of Saint Shah Hussain Bukhari, take pilgrimage to refresh their dust heart. The neighboring Pir Asimar, Phawna Da Danna and the areas in the bottom of Pir Chinasi, i.e. Saran, Sud Bun, Mushki, Sakki and Jarran Phirran are also worth seeing and perfect for hiking, trekking and camping activities. A Tourist Lodge at Saran provides lodging services to the tourists. A visit to Pir Chinasi will convey the visitors breathtaking views of the Jhelum Valley and the magnificent snow-covered mountains. One can get to view several trekking trails and paths amidst a scenic setting. It is a beloved spot for the trekkers and the tourists with a daring bent of mind. A trekking knowledge will surely add a special taste to the entire journey. - See more at: http://www.tourisminpakistan.com/azad-kashmir/muzaffarabad/pir-chinasi/#sthash.RjyEiLNG.dpuf |
EVENING VIEW OF MUZAFFARABAD CITY
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FAMOUS SITES LOCATED IN MUZAFFARABAD
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•Azad Jammu and Kashmir Supreme Court
•Mosque Assembly Secretariat
•Kh. Khurshid Tomb
•Chehla Bridge
•Subri (Langarpura) Lake
The district is administratively subdivided into three tehsils, these are:[citation needed]
•Athmukam
•Hattian Bala Land of Hazarat Hafiz Jamal u Din."a great saint of his time"
BaniHafiz a Popular village of Hattian Bala. It includ the Mizar of HAfiz Jamal u Din. SAjada nasheen Muhammad Ajmal Irfan Danish.Atrue follower of Jamalu Din
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| Muzzafarabad Qila Bridge Gate way to Neelum valley. The Neelum river is the outcome of spring water starting from Shounter pass and junctioning with Jahlum river coming from Srinagar at Domail. INTERCON HOTEL IN CHATTAR DOMAIL 
Muzaffarabad is an easy 2 hours’ drive from Abbottabad via Mansehra route (70 km) and from Benazir Bhutto International Airport is at a distance of 138 km (3 & half hours’ drive). Usually from Islamabad, the route via Murree is used to reach Muzaffarabad.
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Located at a distance of 19 Km from Muzaffarabad, it is a gateway to Neelum valley and can be the first journey break on the way.
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Kutton
Uphill road from Kundal Shahi leads to Kuttonat a distance of 6 kilometers. The picturesque Kutton and Jagran is best to visit during April to October.
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| Sharda The most picturesque place in Neelum Valley is “ Sharda” it is located at a distance of 136 Km from Muzaffarabad and 30 Km from Dowarian. It is a breath taking spot. This beautiful spot in the Neelum valley at an altitude of 6,400 ft. . Approximate travel time-05 hours and 30 minutes from Muzaffarabad.  Arang Kel: - is situated at the hill top near Kel, about 1500 feet ascend from River Neelam. It is also a village full of beautiful sceneries. Beyond this mountain, the next mountain is a part of Indian occupied Kashmir. It is a piece of utmost beauty, one can find in Kashmir. Visit Neelum Valley for Arang Kel.  SARDARI/Halmat: The border village about 49 kilometers ahead of Kel is a fascinating but unexplored sight. The area from Kel to Taobat is called the Halmat. Janawai, Sardari and Halmat are the most beautiful places of this area. The drive itself is slow as the road is a dirt track, crossing streams andwaterfalls. It almost takes 3 hours to reach this place from Kel. You can also start seeing some glaciers melting into the Neelum River. |
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| Taobutt The village about 38 km ahead of Kel, is a fascination with unexplored. Halmat, Tao Butt, Janawai, and Sardari are the most beautiful places around here. Height 7030ft and 154km from Muzaffarabad |
Kashmir is full of God gifted beauty two rivers surround the capital Muzaffarabad city with numerous picnic spot.
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