Pakistan is very famous about its mineral resources especially the gemstones among them clear quartz crystals. These mines are mainly found in the northern and north Western part of the country which is characterized as the Himalayan and Karakoram Ranges. Here are some key regions known for quartz crystal mining:
1. Gilgit-Baltistan (Skardu, Hunza, and Gilgit) :
Skardu in Gilgit-Baltistan is indeed the largest producer of quartz crystals in Pakistan and perhaps one of the largest in the world. This area is actually situated in the Himalayas and Karakorama Range and is well known for its quarts crystals and other gems such as.
2. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Swat, Dir, and Chitral) :
The other areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province which are famous for quartz crystals are Swat and Dir. These areas have clear quartz, rose quartz, and other forms of stones The electronics and computer industry has benefited from quartz.
3. Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Neelum Valley) :
In this region which lies near the range of Himalayas, silica gems like quartz are also available along with other gems.
These regions are or for quartz but many other gems like blue tourmaline, aquamarine, topaz or ruby etc. The mining is more or less traditionally done involving hand work, particularly in the rural areas and this makes it an essential means of earning for many people.
When planning your trip or seeking to purchase crystals from these mines, please consider environmental friendly and moral mining.
Chlorine included quartz crystal from Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan
