Kund Malir is a beach in

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located in Hingol National Park. It is located about from Zero-Point on Makran Coastal Highway. Hingol National Park is one of the largest national parks in Pakistan. It is located west of

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, the largest city of Pakistan. The drive between Kund Malir and

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is known for being scenic, and traverses a rural part of the country. There are estimated to be 11 active mud volcanoes in Kund Malir. After passing Zero Point, there are no food or fuel facilities available on the route. Kund Malir is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in this world. Due to increase in tourism, some of the mobile networks, including

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, have established service to provide coverage in this rural region. Several tour companies have expanded their services to help people access and explore this region. Kund Malir is a popular weekend picnic and daytrip destination for people from

and interior

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. The site is unique and offers sweeping views of the mountains, ocean, and desert.

Religious Significance

The prominent

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temple

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is located in Kund Malir.

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File:Kund Malir beach.jpg, Fishing boat near Kund Malir Beach File:Kund Malir Beach View 12.jpg, View of Kund Malir Beach File:Kund Malir Beach, Hingol National Park, Balochistan.jpg, Scenic view of sunset at Kund Malir Beach File:Kund Malir Hangol Pakistan (121067443).jpeg, Dry mountains with adjoining Kund Malir Beach File:Kund Malir 4.jpg, Makran Coastal Highway near Kund Malir beach File:Makran Coastal Highway Near Kund malir.jpg, Makran Coastal Highway near Kund Malir beach File:Kund Malir Beach Point.jpg, Big rocks at Kund Malir Beach File:Kund Malir Beach Balochistan.jpg, Farmhouses at Kund Malir Beach

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Religious Significance

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