TDCP Generates Over Rs 467 Mln From Patriata Chairlift, Glamping Pods

LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Jul, 2024) Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP) earned over Rs 467 million

in the fiscal year 2023-24 from Patriata Chairlift and glamping pods, marking a

significant achievement in promoting tourism in the Galyat region of Murree.

Established four years ago, the glamping pods at the scenic Patriata Top in New

Murree have become a major attraction for tourists.

TDCP spokesperson said here on Sunday the pods cater to the area's specific

weather conditions, offering modern residential facilities that draw numerous

visitors, thereby contributing significantly to revenue generation.

Nestled in the middle of a forest, these luxury glamping pods provide a unique

blend of glamour and camping on one of the highest peaks of the Himalayas.

They offer a charming and healthy environment, appealing to those seeking

natural recreation. The pods come in two configurations: double-bed pods for

two people and four-bed pods for four people. All are equipped with comfortable

beds, blankets, tables, modern facilities, and hot water, he added.

In addition to the glamping pods, he said the TDCP restaurant at Patriata Top attracts

tourists by offering delicious, hygienic food at reasonable rates.

The restaurant

features a large hall for seating and dining tables set under umbrellas among tall,

shady trees in the courtyard, he said.

Under TDCP management, there are five two-bed pods and three four-bed pods

available, accommodating a total of 22 people. The nightly rent is Rs 6000 for

a four-bed pod and Rs 4000 for a two-bed pod.

The TDCP has also developed a beautiful walking track for tourists, and there are

shops featuring regional products and a mosque. Security guards and TDCP staff

are on duty 24/7 to ensure the safety and comfort of guests, with iron fences and

barbed wire enclosures protecting tourists from wildlife.

Under the supervision of General Manager Operations TDCP, Wahid Arjumand Zia,

the glamping pods, located 40 kilometers from Islamabad and at an altitude of 7500 feet

in the Himalayas, could be accessed via land route, chairlift, and cable car. This initiative

not only offers a unique recreational opportunities but also generates departmental

revenue and provides a vital source of income for thousands of residents in nearby

villages, he added.