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P A K I S T A N - My Beloved Country

by Pakistaniguy - last update: Apr 4, 2006

Pakistan means" THE PURE LAND "

Dec' 04:The Deer Monumental Garden, Sheikhupura.
Latest News:
Economic growth: Pak among top five in Asia

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Tuesday said the economic growth in the country has shown a "significant improvement" and gone up to 8.3% during 2004-05. Speaking at inaugural session of Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) the Prime Minister described it "a historic day" for Pakistan. Shaukat Aziz said since independence in 1947, the country had achieved growth rate of over 8 per cent, five time in its history. He said the agriculture sector registered 7.5% growth, long Term Manufacturing sector showed a growth of 15.4% this year, while the services sector attained 7.9% progress, he added.

From: http://www.jang.com.pk/thenews/may2005-daily/17-05-2005/main/index.shtml

Welcome to The 3rd best of Pakistan (MashAllah) here on VT. I am trying to make it as much helpful as possible. I hope I've provided enough useful info so that you can easily plan your trip to Pakistan.


My Dear Fellow VT Travellers !


Pakistan is blessed with natural endowments, may it be fertile land, beautiful landscape, loftiest mountains, hills stations, long rivers, sandy beaches or archaeological sites. However, a very little of this natural beauty is seen by the world!


Trekking, Mountaineering, White water Rafting, Wild boar hunting, Mountain & Desert Jeep, Camel & Yak Safaris, Bird watching and Trout fishing are a few activities, which entice the adventure and nature lovers to Pakistan.


Lake Saikful Malook - One of My Favourite Lakes.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Pakistan:**
1980 Archaeological Ruins at Moenjodaro
1980 Taxila
1980 Buddhist Ruins at Takht-i-Bahi and Neighboring City Remains at Sahr-i-Bahlol
1981 Historic Monuments of Thatta
1981 Fort and Shalamar Gardens in Lahore
1997 Rohtas Fort



Pakistan has the wonderful landscape, breath taking picturesque scenic beauty in Northern Areas, Natural beaches in the South,oldest civilizations including Indus Gandhara in the Centre and Mughal Art and Culture in its Eastern Part. Its main attraction includes adventure Tourism in Northern Areas, Cultural & Archaeological Tourism as found in Taxila, Mohenjodaro, Harrapa and Swat Valley and Early Muslim and Mughal heritage of Multan, Lahore, Thatta & Peshawar.
From the mighty mountains in the Karakoram in the North to the vast alluvial delta of the Indus River in the south, Pakistan remains a land of high adventure and nature.


N O R T H E R N A R E A S:

Northern Areas has greatest concentration of highest peaks of the World. It has five peaks over 8,000 meters, including the World?s 2nd Highest,K-2, ( which is 8,611 metres ) , 29 peaks over 7,500 meters and 121 of over 7,000 meters. Hundreds of peaks are still un-climbed and this is a great challenge for the mountaineers and mountain climbers the world over!

R I V E R S O F P A K I S T A N:

The rivers of Pakistan spread like a net though its length and breadth. Right from the heights of the Karakoram, the Himalayas and the Hindukush. Pakistan’s river change its course and flow until they all meet the mighty Indus, at different points, which ultimately fall into the Arabian Sea.These rivers are ideal for all kinds of Water Sports, like Rafting, Canoeing, Boating and Sailing. Following rivers in the Northern Areas of Pakistan are open for Water Sports, besides the Indus, the Ravi and Chenab in Punjab, Sindh, and NWFP provinces.

1. Indus River (From Jaglot in North to Thakot in south).

2. Kunhar River (From Naran to Kaghan in NWFP).

3. River Swat (From Bahrain to Saidu Sharif).

4. Panjora River (From Dir to Batkhela).

5. Hunza River (From Aliabad to Gilgit) .


A R C H E L O G I C A L S I T E S:

1. Mohenjodaro:

Mohenjodaro literally means “ Mound of Death ”. It lies in province of Sindh. It is most important archaeological site presenting 2500 B.C old remains of the Indus Valley. This archaeological site has been placed on the UNESCO’S WORLD HERITAGE list. 2.

2. Gandhara:

Gandhara region has once been the hallowed center of the Buddhism, the cradle of the World famous Gandhara sculpture, culture, art and learning. The archaeological remains found in Taxila, Peshawar, Charsadda, Takht Bhai, Swat and rock craving along the ancient Silk route (presently known as Karakoram Highway - KKH) have well recorded the history of Gandhara. Lying in Haro valley near Islamabad, Taxila, and the main center of Gandhara is over 3,000 years old! Taxila has attracted the attention of the great conqueror,Alexander in 327 B.C, when it was the province of the powerful Achaemenian Empire. It later came under the Maurian Dynasty and reached a remarkable matured level of development under the great Ashoka.




In conclusion, One must come to Pakistan and try to avail the opportunity to have his share from the treasures endowed by the nature on Pakistan.


Seeya here in Pakistan.
River Kunhhar : Best for Rafting !

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Comments for Pakistaniguy about Pakistan
iris2002 Sat Aug 19, 2006 22:32 UTC
 Lalazar ---- what a stunning place... and all the other pictures... I can't WAIT to explore your beautiful country --- mostly on foot and public transport ... best way to see a place and get cosy with the locals :D
ChristinaNest Tue Apr 18, 2006 13:00 UTC
 Great introduction to your beautiful country! The mountain pics are amazing! will come back to read your Pakistan pages. Greetings from Sofia
unravelau Sun Mar 12, 2006 06:07 UTC
 Hello Umer and thank you for the journey around beautiful Pakistan. I loved the amazing photos of the countryside and equally amazing travelogue of popular foods too. A really comprehensive coverage. Thank you, I would love to visit.
pigletsmom Thu Oct 13, 2005 04:27 UTC
 My heart goes out to you and your country. I hope you and your family are safe.
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