"Pakistan....from mountains through deserts" Top 5 Page for this destination Pakistan by babar_1

Pakistan Travel Guide: 4,629 reviews and 7,843 photos

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Pakistan traces its history back to 2,500 years B.C., when a highly developed civilization flourished in the Indus Valley. Excavations at Harrappa, Moenjodaro, Kot Diji and Mehr Garh have brought to light, the evidence of an advanced civilization existing even in more ancient times.
The Cultural Heritage of Pakistan is spread over the centuries, starting from pre-historic times to the present day and which may be summarized in the following periods:
- Indus Civilization:
- Gandhara Civilization:
- Islamic Period:
- Sikh Period:
- British Period:
- Post independence Period

Pakistan is 6th most populous country of the world. Pakistan is 4th largest producer of Cotton, Milk, Datepalm and Apricot. We are 5th largest producer of Sugarcane and onion, while ranked at 6 for kinnow and mango production. Pakistan is the largest producer of Footballs. Pakistan is among top growing telecom markets. Pakistan is 9th largest country of the world for English speaking population.

The founder of the nation

Father of the Nation Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's achievement as the founder of Pakistan, dominates everything else he did in his long and crowded public life spanning some 42 years.
For over three decades before the successful culmination in 1947, of the Muslim struggle for freedom in the South-Asian subcontinent, Jinnah had provided political leadership to the Indian Muslims: initially as one of the leaders, but later, since 1947, as the only prominent leader- the Quaid-i-Azam.

The land

K-2, second higest peak in the world

Pakistan displays some of Asia’s most magnificent landscapes as it stretches from the Arabian Sea, its southern border, to some of the world’s most spectacular mountain ranges in the north. Pakistan is also home to sites that date back to word’s earliest settlements rivaling those of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.
Pakistan is a treasure-house of Muslim architecture. Lahore, the cultural hub of Pakistan, is situated along the bank of Ravi river. The city has witnessed the rise and fall of many dynasties

Pros and Cons

Pros:Great mountains, Friendly people, bright sun shine in winter
Cons:Lowlands become hot in summer, higher population
In a nutshell:Come and explore the beauty of my country

Intro Updated Jan 9, 2012
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Comments (66)

jethanand Jul 25, 2008 at 10:08 AM Report Abuse

I thoroughly enjoyed visiting Pakistan thru your eyes - thank you for posting and sharing !
lahoree Apr 19, 2008 at 8:35 PM Report Abuse

good job brother....
nora_south_africa Apr 11, 2008 at 10:14 AM Report Abuse

your Pakistan page is very interesting
maztek Oct 17, 2007 at 8:00 PM Report Abuse

this is my second visit...keep it up
TEEMI Apr 10, 2007 at 12:17 AM Report Abuse

Nice man with liberal thoughts. I hv been to swat, northen areas, Almost each and every tourist spot. swat is known as switzerland of Pakistan. thanx for promoting pak gallary.
besal Feb 22, 2007 at 1:48 AM Report Abuse

Great info on Pakistan. Have a great day on your birthday. Regards. Amir
JessH Aug 15, 2006 at 9:49 PM Report Abuse

Hello Babar. I very much enjoyed your tips & insights about your country. I will be visiting Pakistan for the first time this December. Thank you, and greetings from Dubai :-) Jess
Sininen Feb 22, 2006 at 9:43 AM Report Abuse

Happy Birthdya Babar! I have just had a great virtual tour in your country, thanks to you! Such and excellent page with interesting tips. Sini
luckyzen Feb 15, 2006 at 8:08 AM Report Abuse

Hi Babar, A beautiful description and pic. of your Home Town. Thanks for the visit to my place of birth. Regards!
elp Nov 26, 2005 at 3:33 PM Report Abuse

Great page. Lots of important and interesting info about your country which seems very very interesting. Thank you.