Outside Islamabad : Foreigners/ diplomats will require NOC to participate.

Miranjani at 2980m (9800ft) is the highest mountain of the Galiyat region. The hike is around 5Km long (one way) and has stunning views of the beautiful valleys and the Himalayas of Kashmir. If lucky, we may get a glimpse of the mighty Nanga Parbat from the top. We will take the road via Murree and it will take us about an hour and half to reach Nathia gali from where the hike will start.

Our transport will be coaster with limited seats due to the pandemic, hence the extra cost. It is recommended to bring your own snacks and drinks to avoid depending on the local shops as much as possible.

Wear sturdy shoes; bring bottle of drinking water, and your picnic lunch/ snacks. Dress appropriately.

Don’t forget your camera/phone for some special memories!

Hike Rating is Hard (same as Trail3 hike) with a distance of around 10Km for the complete loop.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Screenplay: Joseph Stefano, based on the novel by Robert Bloch

Cast: Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, John Gavin, Janet Leigh, Martin Balsam, John McIntire, Simon Oakland, Frank Albertson, Patricia Hitchcock, Vaughn Taylor

Academy Award Nominations: Best Director (Alfred Hitchcock), Supporting Actress (Janet Leigh), Cinematography & Production Design

An Iconic film that blazed a bloody trail for the much loved slasher cycle of films. All it took was a knife, a scream and some chocolate sauce that doubled for blood to create one of the most blood curdling murder sequences in film history. It was conceived by Alfred Hitchcock as a departure from his previous films, as it was shot on a very low budget and in black and white.

The plot centers on an encounter between an on-the-run embezzler, Marion Crane (Janet Leigh), and a shy motel proprietor Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins) and its aftermath, in which a private investigator (Martin Balsam), Marion's lover (John Gavin) and her sister (Vera Miles) all investigate the cause of her disappearance.

The film is now considered one of Hitchcock's best films and is arguably his most famous work. It has been praised as a major work of cinematic art by critics and scholars due to its slick direction, tense atmosphere, impressive camerawork, memorable music score, and iconic performances. Often ranked among the greatest films of all time, it set a new level of acceptability for violence, deviant behaviour, and sexuality in American films.

Experience Islamabad at night...a ride specially planned for cycling enthusiasts! Join us with your family and friends... the more the merrier!

Those returning during the ride do please inform the coordinators.

An easy ride and on the road, so all kinds of bicycles can join. Please do observe required SOP's...Looking forward to a fun evening!!!

Due to the unforeseen circumstances, we could not do this hike in May. So it is being rescheduled on the first weekend of June.

Don't forget to bring your cameras !

We will be exploring the beautiful western part of the Margalla Hills. This includes some lovely meadows at the top of the hills, and an optional hike to a small peak called Kohani. Kohani is the local word for the camel's hump, a name given by the locals due to its similarities with the shape! On a clear day you can have a totally unobstructed view of the whole of Islamabad from the top.

It is an easy hike to the top of the Margalla Ridge and then a bit of a climb to the Kohani top. Those who do not want to make this effort can relax at the meadows... but the views from the Kohani top are totally worth that extra effort!!!

Hike rating is Easy to Moderate. (Easy part is 6Km, and the harder one i.e. Kohani top is around 14Km). Bring refreshments,wear sturdy walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the hike!

A unique 'adventure' experience...not to be missed!

Join us for this rare opportunity to discover Islamabad and its surrounding areas!

We will go for a nature walk in a forest located in 400 acres of an exclusive private facility. The area is surrounded by lush green belts and is exclusive to a variety of exotic birds, pheasants etc.. A spectacular view over a man crafted lake will provide you with a true 'nature- immersion. experience!

The venue is about a 30-minute drive from the New Islamabad Airport.

This hike has been rescheduled from April. It was cancelled because of excessive road construction at Shah Allah Ditta.

Don't forget to bring your cameras !

We will be exploring the beautiful western part of the Margalla Hills. This includes some lovely meadows at the top of the hills, and an optional hike to a small peak called Kohani. Kohani is the local word for the camel's hump, a name given by the locals due to its similarities with the shape! On a clear day you can have a totally unobstructed view of the whole of Islamabad from the top.

It is an easy hike to the top of the Margalla Ridge and then a bit of a climb to the Kohani top. Those who do not want to make this effort can relax at the meadows... but the views from the Kohani top are totally worth that extra effort!!!

Hike rating is Easy to Moderate. (Easy part is 6Km, and the harder one i.e. Kohani top is around 14Km). Bring refreshments,wear sturdy walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the hike!

Screenplay: Cathy Rabin

Cast: Linus Roache, Rahul Bose, Nandita Das, Jennifer Ehle, Leopold Benedict, John

Standing, Lal, Dr. Ambikathmajan, Lakshmi Krishnamurthy

Awards: Houston Film Festival: Best Theatrical Feature

The story -set in Kerala,South India ,during the British Raj- is a dispassionate study of how power when threatened ruthlessly exercises its prerogatives!

Henry Moore (Linus Roache) an English tea planter in southwestern India during a time of mounting resentment towards British rule, has borrowed heavily to finance the building of a road for the fantastically lucrative spice trade.

He has his faithful  ''man'' (Rahul Bose) an educated Indian

-well read and devoted- whom he treats as a friend, but up to a point. He also has a mistress...

Unbeknownst to his wife (Jennifer Ehle) , he has become involved with the housemaid (Nandita Das) . He says he loves her and she, wed to a man in the village, risks everything to carry on the affair, but when two boys playing in the woods spot the adulterers, a series of tragic events are set in motion.....

The luscious scenery, shot by director-cinematographer Santosh Sivan is gorgeous to behold, as his camera captures stunning images of mist rising from tea plantations and angry villagers marching with torches. Brilliant acting by all, Nandita Das specifically provides an powerful,emotional force...

 An opportunity not to be missed!

The ASG is proud to launch another issue of this remarkable publication and window on Pakistan’s vivid cultural life with Mehvash Amin, the Editor, and Ilona Yusuf, artist, poetess and Associate Editor.

They will present the much awaited 2021 volume of 'The Aleph Review' featuring a stunning selection of poems, essays, travel reports, interviews and outstanding artwork and photographs.

It also includes a moving short story about a Sufi Ustad, originally written in Urdu by Jean Columeau, a French university professor and frequent visitor to Pakistan.

Other invited guests will read poems and excerpts.

Copies will be available for sale and signature!

Experience Islamabad at night... and with the rising of the dawn!

A pre- 'Sehri' ride during Ramzan...and an opportunity for those of you interested to try out a 'Sehri' meal to add on those extra calories, after the ride!

An easy ride and on the road .. all kinds of bicycle can join!

If you are returning during the ride please inform the Coordinators. SOP's to be observed.

A 'climbing' ride this month!

We will collect at the Zoo Parking lot, and ride up to Daman-e-Koh and back. If you want to challenge yourself, you can continue further to Monal Restaurant.

It is a Medium ride and it’s on the road so all kinds of cycling enthusiasts can join!

Route: Zoo > Daman-e-koh > Back to start or disperse and ride further to Monal after informing Coordinators.

Please Note:

•It is an outdoor event but please follow the Covid 19 SOP's.

•Bicycle: Must be fully checked with working brakes! Get your bicycle checked a day before the ride.

•If you need a bicycle it can be rented (Members Rs. 500/-) you can collect the bikes directly from AeroCycling (0313-2925478) just show your ASG membership card for special rates!

•Helmets: Strongly advised, for your own safety

•Refreshments: Bring your own/or enjoy the food offerings on the streets!

•Camera/Phone: For preserving your memories!

•Save the number: Of your Ride Coordinator for guidance/assistance regarding route or in case you intend to leave the group halfway during the ride!

•For Registration: SMS your Name, Mobile No and ASG ID on 0333-5111666

•Ride type: Easy

•Bike Type: Any

Disclaimer: ASG and CMI shall not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred from participating in the event.