PAKISTAN MAP

CITIES OF THE PAKISTAN

VISIT ISLAMABAD

Islamabad is the Capital of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The city was built between 1960 - 1970 to replace the Capital from Karachi to the new capital, Islamabad. Before this it was just a small village, a part of which still exists; with its mud houses and typical village life. Islamabad is a city of modern architecture there are some great examples of modern buildings in Islamabad. The roads are wide and lined with grass & roses. The city is divided into several residential & commercial areas. Blue area , Jinnah Super Market , Aabpara are the main commercial Areas. Among the buildings, the new Prime ministers secretariat , Assembly building , The Awami Markaz , Islamabad convention center, The Serena hotel, Some embassies on Diplomatic Enclave, and The great Faisal Mosque are worth seeing.

VISIT RAWALPINDI

City in Punjab province, Pakistan, on the north bank of the River Leh, 175 km/110 mi southeast of Peshawar in the foothills of the Himalayas; population (1998) 1,409,800, (2007 calc) 1,843,400. Industries include oil refining, iron, chemicals, locomotives, steel-rolling, and furniture. There is a considerable trade in grain, wool, and timber. It has good communications by rail and by air and is both a commercial and a military centre, which is strategically important.

VISIT LAHORE

Lahore is the heart of Pakistan’s culture lies in the 2,000-year-old city. Lahore has many things the City of Gardens and Flowers, the City of Dynasties, the City of Music and Art, the City of Famous Dead, the City of Moguls and of course the City of Festivals. Lahore has The huge Badshahi Mosque, the Mausoleums of Emperor Jehangir and Empress Nur Jehan, and the Kims Gun. Lahore also has, place of historical interest from others eras, which include Wazir Khan’s Mosque, the Golden Mosque, Chauburji, Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Samadhi, the Pakistan Day Memorial, Bagh-e-Jinnah, and the Lahore Zoo - a zoological and botanical garden and much more.

VISIT KARACHI

Karachi is the most important commercial andKarachi offers a variety of pleasant attractions With a population of over 120 millions. This cosmopolitan city is the most popular in Pakistan and presents an interesting combination of old & new, east and west. Within 02 centuries, Karachi has grown from a coastal fishing village to a large metropolis. industrial center of Pakistan. River and Haleji and Kalri Lakes offer lots of interest. Hill Park; the Mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Father of the Nation; and the Victorian Frere Hall, constructed of limestone and surrounded by Jinnah Gardens.

VISIT QUETTA

Quetta, the capital of Baluchistan, has been witness to countless invasions of the sub-continent and retains the charm of pastoral peace that distinguishes it from other cities of comparable size. It is a picturesque hill station surrounded by high mountains intersected by long, narrow valleys linked by passes, among which the Bolan Pass is famous in history as many of the invaders from Central Asia penetrated the sub-continent through this route.

VISIT PESHAWAR

Peshawar is a colourful and cosmopolitan city and many different people gather here; Afghans, Iranis, Uzbeks, Tajeks, Afridis and Shinwaris all add to the excitement. The Peshawar Museum houses a rich treasure of art, sculpture and historical relics dating from the Gandhara period (300 B.C. to 300 A.D) to modern times. After a visit to the museum, you will journey to Yadgar Square and visit Mahbbat Khan Mosque, a beautiful towering structure with lofty minarets. You will then be driven through old Peshawar to the popular Qissa Khawani bazaar, the Peshawar Pottery Works, Bater Bazaar and Mochi Lara, famous for its exquisitely embroidered sandals.

VISIT FAISALABAD

Faisalabad is one of the most important cities in Pakistan. Its tour will take you to all the major tourist attractions and places of interest. and serves as a major industrial base. This city contributes largely to the economy of the country. Faisalabad tours include various sightseeing places, shopping malls, nightlife and other local attractions. The most popular thing of this city is clock tower which is positioned in the center of the city market place in the older part of the city.

VISIT MULTAN

Multan is probably the oldest living city in South Asia. Popularly known as the ‘City of Saints’, it lies on the main route taken by almost all invaders of the sub-continent. It has born the impact of many armies since the Greek invasions of Alexander the Great in 327 B.C. It is an ancient city noted for its antiquity as well as its spiritual and cultural traditions, elaborately decorated shrines and attractive handicrafts. The old fort near the city is worth a visit and has a number of shrines, the most prominent being those of Hazrat Bahuddin Zakriya, Shah Shams Tabriz and Shah Rukn-e-Alam.

VISIT MURREE HILLS

Murree is great city of Pakistan. People from all over the country come here to see its beauty, specially in the season of Summer. Its situated near capital city of Islamabad. Murree is a hill station, full of natural ceneries, greenary. It is a cold city, even sometimes with in summer one need to use blanket. Famous places are Mall and Kashmir Point. There are some other places in the sorrounding to view, including Bhorban, Nathya Gali, Ghora Gali, Ayubia, Pathreyata etc. I think everybody should visit Murree to see the natural beauty of Pakistan.

VISIT HUNZA VALLEY

Situated in the heart of the Karakorams, the legendary mountain kingdom of Hunza lies on the ancient trade route to Sinkiang; today the Karakoram Highway runs along this route. Very few places in the world compare with this small mountainous region, which was a semi autonomous state but is now fully unified with Pakistan. Hunza is an earthly paradise whose inhabitants are renowned for their longevity, their simplicity and natural diet.

VISIT CHITRAL VALLEY

Chitral Valley is another wonderful tourist destination in Pakistan. Popular for mountaineering, trekking, fishing and hiking, Chitral Valley is located at an altitude of 1,128 metres above sea level. Chitral is surrounded by Afghanistan on three sides. Chitral has a number of beautiful tourist spots that you can visit. Quite hot during summer, the best time to tour Chitral Valley is from July to September.
Chitral Valley is known for its hospitality and if you get an opportunity to stay with traditional family in Chitral, it would be wonderful experience. Traditional hospitality is what you should not miss on your tour to Chitral. Cuisine and culture is what you enjoy on your tour to Chitral Valley.

VISIT SAWAT VALLEY

The Lush-green valley of Swat, with its rushing torrents, icy-cold lakes, fruit-laden orchards and flower-decked slopes is ideal for holiday-makers intent on relaxation. It has a rich historical past, too.
This is "Udayana" (the "Garden") of the ancient Hindu epics; "the land of enthralling beauty" where Alexander of Macedonia fought and won some of his major battles before crossing over to the plains of Pakistan. This is "the valley of the hanging chains" described by the famous Chinese pilgrim-chroniclers, Huain Tsang and Fa-Hian in the fifth and sixth centuries.

VISIT KAGHAN VALLEY

Kaghan is the name of most attractive valley in the Mansehra District of Hazara in the North West Frontier Province of Pakistan. This 160 km long valley is famous as one of Pakistan’s most popular summer holiday spots.Kunhar River which is famous because of its trout fish flows through the valley and has towns of Balakot, Paras, Mahandari, Kaghan and Naran on its banks. The valley features pine forests, alpine meadows and crystal clear water lakes and cool mountain streams. The local people are friendly and simple. Gujar nomads are one of the most interesting features of Kaghan Valley. They take their flocks of cattle to the high pastures of the upper Kaghan Valley in spring and bring them down again in autumn. While going to Kaghan you will find them camped along the road in their typical tents or moving up or down the valley with their herds of pack animals, sheep and goats.