SWAT: A large number of tourists and athletes thronged the zigzag hilly track of Malam Jabba in Swat on Sunday to witness the second Swat Marathon.
The marathon is held annually in Malam Jabba to promote adventure tourism in the scenic Swat valley. It was organised jointly by Malam Jabba Ski Resort and Pearl Continental Hotel. More than 300 athletes of different ages participated in the race. The forest conservator, Ejaz Khan, was chief guest at the event.
Last year, more than 200 athletes participated in the event. This year, more than 300 athletes from all over the world participated in the event. A large number of spectators from across the country also turned up.
The organisers said that the marathon was meant to promote winter…