TOURISM is one of the flourishing sectors all over the world. If we talk about Pakistan in general and Gilgit-Baltistan i n particular, the sector is expanding with every passing day. Over the last couple of years, there has been an increase in international tourism. Every year, hundreds of thousands of tourists visit the region with families and friends and enjoy the indigenous culture and lifestyle. Socially, they are hospitable for every passer and respect them by their best level. There are some areas where people provide shelter for tourist families free of cost and serve them local cuisines full of dedication and sincerity. Locals also believe that culture is a significant part of tourism that seldom not compromise with external influence. For instance, it is not uncommon for an open-dressed lady to make loud noises or for a man to dance with a lady in the open market places. In some cultures, that wouldn't be considered rude, but in Gilgit-Baltistan, it is absolutely rude t...