Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan
Beautiful Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, is the economic and cultural center of the country. Given the current political situation, few travelers are eager to get to know the country and its main city. Although, as noted by travel brochures and maps, there are many beautiful places worth seeing..
Geographic location
The very location of the capital of Pakistan is surprising. Islamabad is located at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level, and around it are the famous mountain systems - the Pamirs; Hindu Kush; Karakorum. And that is not all! The most beautiful Himalayas begin to the east of the capital, the Indus flows from the west. This location of the city is one of the most promising moments for tourists who primarily appreciate the natural beauty of the area..
Hearth of civilization
People have settled in the Indus river basin since time immemorial. And although the main cultural centers of the planet were located slightly to the south, ancient settlements were also found in the vicinity of Islamabad. The city is located at the crossroads of important economic, trade, cultural routes that connect East and West.
True, Islamabad has a rival city that almost became the official capital of the state - Rawalpindi played an important role in the economy, politics and culture. And it’s not even entirely clear why, in the middle of the twentieth century, a decision was made to build a new Pakistani capital. But, on the other hand, the city at the stage of construction acquired the status of the capital. Urban development was carried out taking into account this factor.
Center for Science and Culture
There are practically no historical sights in Islamabad, so only the most beautiful mountain landscapes from the outskirts of the city or modern architecture appear on the travelers' photos..
The capital of Islamabad is the country's largest scientific and educational center, it is here that the main educational and scientific institutions are located: the National Library; Qaid-i-Azam University; Institute of Islamic Studies; Institute for Nuclear Research.
For tourists, museums that have been created in Islamabad not so long ago are of greater interest. However, the descriptions of their funds show the richest museum collections and collections. The first point of the cultural route can be the National Art Gallery. Then you need to visit the expositions of the Pakistan Museum of Natural History and the Lok Veersa Museum. And the most pleasant memories will be left by the Garden of Roses and Jasmines, which every local is proud of..
