Tourism, Sports, Culture, Archaeology and Museums Department
Welcome to the official portal of the Tourism, Sports, Culture, Archaeology and Museums Department. Established on September 06, 2025, our mission is to conserve, manage, and promote the rich cultural heritage and tourism potential of Gilgit-Baltistan. Below is the historical timeline highlighting key milestones in the department's development.
Tourism Cell established in P&D Department GB under PM’s Directive
Tourism, Sports, Culture, Environment, Minerals, Industries, Commerce, Labour and Transport Department GB was notified
Directorate of Tourism & District Tourism Offices established
Department of Tourism, Sports, Culture, Youth Affairs, Archeology, and Museums was notified under Governance Order 2009
Archaeology & Museums transferred to GB Government under 18th Amendment
Transfer of subject of trekking and mountaineering from GB Council to GB government in light of GB Governance Order 2018
Directorate of Tourist Services (DTS) became operational