Daman-e-Koh
Daman-e-Koh (Urdu: دامن کوہ) is a hilltop garden north of Islamabad. It is in the center of the Margalla Hills. The name is a fusion of two Persian words, which collectively denote 'foothills'. It is about 2400 ft above sea level and about 500 ft above Islamabad. The area is a popular destination for both residents and tourists.
| Daman-e-Koh | |
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| دامن کوہ | |
An evening view at Daman-e-Koh | |
Location in Islamabad Capital Territory | |
| Type | Public |
| Location | Pir Sohawa Road, Islamabad |
| Nearest city | Islamabad |
| Coordinates | 33.7395548°N 73.0554566°E |
| Elevation | 2,400 feet (730 m) |
| Administered by | Capital Development Authority |
| Hiking trails | Trail 2 |
Tourist treats are a popular attraction for monkeys. Leopards are reported to descend from higher hills of Murree during the winter months.
Airblue Flight 202 crashed near here on 28 July 2010.
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