Islamabad is the capital and one of cities in
Pakistan situated some 20 km north of
Rawalpindi, 130 km west of Pakistan -
India border. The population is about 601,700 people in accordance with the 2008 census. Many people visit Islamabad to experience its monuments and memorials and museums.
Islamabad is served by Chaklala (IATA: ISB) airport, which is 20 km away.
Must see attractions in Islamabad
The Pakistan Monument in Islamabad, Pakistan, is a national monument representing the nation's four provinces and three territories. After a competition among many renowned architects, Arif Masood’s plan was selected for the final design. The blooming flower shape of the monument represents Pakistan's progress as a rapidly developing country.
Lok Virsa Museum (Urdu: لوک ورثہ متحف) is situated in Islamabad, Pakistan. It displays the cultural heritage of Pakistani people. The living style of the different areas of Pakistan is exhibited here in statues, pictures, pottery, music and textile work. Lok Virsa is the finest cultural museum in Pakistan.
If you have already seen Islamabad, there are still plenty of things to do on the outskirts of the city. If you're visiting the area, you may want to check out something from the following list:
To understand Islamabad better you can also take a look at the gallery.