| Daman-e-Koh | |
| Native Name Lang: | ur |
| Map: | Pakistan Islamabad Capital Territory |
| Type: | Public |
| Location: | Pir Sohawa Road, Islamabad |
| Nearest City: | Islamabad |
| Elevation: | 2400feet |
| Administrator: | Capital Development Authority |
| Hiking Trails: | Trail 2 |
Daman-e-Koh (Urdu: {{Nastaliq|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 "Dāman" (دامن) meaning "skirt" and "Kōh" (کوہ) meaning "hill", 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.[1]
Tourist treats are a popular attraction for monkeys.[2] Leopards are reported to descend from higher hills of Murree during the winter months.[3]
Airblue Flight 202 crashed near here on 28 July 2010.[4]
Daman-e-Koh is located on the route to Pir Sohawa, which is approximately 3600 ft above sea level. Since the road is slender and winding, it is cited as a reason for traffic jams for the lack of public transportation alternatives.[5] Environmental concerns led to the suspension of the chairlift from Daman-e-Koh to Pir Sohawa.[6]
From Trail 2, it is possible to access the viewpoint by hiking.[7]
From the southern spot, there is a panoramic view of Islamabad. Faisal Mosque, Seventh Avenue, and Rawal Lake are all visible to the visitors.
In addition, there are observational telescopes installed. Furthermore, there is a substantial sign nearby, which displays an authentic map of Islamabad.
Electric-powered vehicles and an expanded car-parking area were added by the Capital Development Authority.
Daman-e-Koh is described in the book The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini.