The Shandur Polo Festival is an annual sporting and cultural event held at the Shandur Pass, which is located at an altitude of about 3,700 meters (12,140 feet) in the Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It is often referred to as the "highest polo ground in the world" due to its elevation. The festival primarily revolves around the sport of polo, which is considered the national sport of Pakistan. Polo teams from different regions of Pakistan, particularly from Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan, gather at Shandur Pass to compete in thrilling matches. The matches are played on a grassy field surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, offering a unique and picturesque setting for the sport. The festival attracts both local and international spectators, who come to witness the exhilarating polo matches and experience the vibrant cultural festivities.