Sightseeing in Islamabad - what to see. Complete travel guide
Islamabad is a governmental center of Pakistan, a large cultural region and an attractive destination for rest. The building of the city started in 1960 in the middle of an absolute desert. It took just several decades to turn a lifeless steppe into a modern megalopolis. A famous Greek architect worked over the creation of the city. Islamabad was thoroughly planned and so it doesn’t look like the majority of Middle East towns with their narrow labyrinth like streets.
The largest shopping center of Islamabad is The Centaurus. Trade pavilions of the world's most famous brands are assembled there. You can purchase amazing outfits from world-famous … 
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There are not many entertainment centers and children’s institutions in Islamabad, as in some other cities of the country. However, vacationers with children do not have to be bored … Open
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An equally interesting historical site is the archaeological district of Taxila. It was named after the eponymous town, the ruins of which were discovered by researchers in these places. This ancient Buddhist city was founded in the times of Alexander of Macedon. On its territory, there were many unique examples of architecture and sculptures, including a statue of Buddha of impressive size. Visitors of the archaeological region will have the opportunity to see fragments of an ancient monastery, and many more defensive structures that were used to protect the city.
The largest shopping center of Islamabad is The Centaurus. Trade pavilions of the world's most famous brands are assembled there. You can purchase amazing outfits from world-famous … Open
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Fans of natural attractions will not be bored either as they will be able to visit the Margalla Hills National Park. The park is big and incredibly beautiful. It is home to many rare species of animals. The luckiest travelers will have an opportunity to see graceful deer during the tour. Pheasants also walk freely in the park. One day will not be enough to explore all the amazing sights of this reserve. There are several routes options for tourists. Some types of excursions are designed specifically for tourists with children. 
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Islamabad
♥ Shopping area ' Blue Area' Islamabad, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' The Centaurus' Islamabad, 1.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' F-6 Markaz' Islamabad, 2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' F 10 Markaz' Islamabad, 5.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Murree Road' Rawalpindi, 8.1 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Islamabad
♥ National Park 'Margalla Hills' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ayub' , 16.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ayubia' , 46.8 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Islamabad and around
♥ Art museum 'National Art Gallery' Islamabad, 3.2 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Islamabad from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Gulmarg Gondola
From the series “The longest ski-lifts and cable trams in the world”
Check on the map: Distance from Islamabad center - 127.6 km.
The thing is that before the opening of Gulmarg Gondola, travelers were delivered to the mountains by helicopters. The fee for such a service was very high, therefore only the wealthiest tourists could afford to rest at that Himalayan resort. Gondola was constructed by specialists of the famous French company, Pomagalski. Opening of the first section was held in 1998. The starting point of the route is Gulmarg station situated at an altitude of 2,700 meters above sea level. The first section of the lift takes passengers to the Kongdoori Station (3,100 meters), and the second to the Afarwat Station (4,114 meters). Tickets for the first and second phase of the lift vary and cost about 2.7 USD and 4.6 USD respectively. …
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Sightseeing in Pakistan: things to see
Several interesting monuments and other places of interest can be found in Hyderabad, first mentions of which belong to the pre-islamic period. Qutb Shahi Fort and an old market, which is located nearby, are beautiful reminders of previous centuries. The so-called historical complex is surrounded by numerous small streets and quarters, which were also built several centuries ago. Another important landmark is located not far away from the city. This is Lake Manchar, the biggest lake in the country and the wintering ground for thousands of birds. One more ancient city that is also worth visiting is called Mohenjo-daro, which was founded more than 4,000 years ago. The city is very popular with tourists, so you will easily find a guide or an excursion that will show you old quarters of Mohenjo-daro. Ruins of an ancient citadel and a palace are among the most famous places of interest here. There is also a large exhibition hall, where visitors can see several collections dedicated to artworks and artifacts found during archaeological excavations. Within several decades the Museum of archaeology has added many precious items to its collection - ancient jewellery, ceramics, weapons and figurines.
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