Islamabad is one of the most cosmopolitan and urbanized city of Pakistan, located in the Potwar Plateau. The city covers an area of 906 square kilometers and is home to 1.15 million Pakistanis. Due to the lush green scenery, mountains and mostly suburban areas Islamabad is also famous as a calm, clean and green city. Islamabad is also the home to The Pakistan Monument, which is one of the two national monuments. The city is a twin city of Rawalpindi, and also provides routes to the northern areas of the country which are a source of both domestic and international tourism.
Unfortunately, since I am not a resident of Islamabad myself, I do not know much about the city. However I have got photos that might completely describe the awesomeness of the city ^_^.
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| Photo Courtesy: Lolz Studios |
Faysal Mosque, which is the largest mosque (place of worship for Muslims) is also located in Islamabad. Completed in 1986, the mosque was designed by a Turkish architect, Vedat Dalokay. The mosque is also said to be the national mosque of the country. The architecture lacks traditional touches, such as arcs numerous large doors due to which it's design is unique and modern.
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| Faysal Mosque at night. source: Google |
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| The Pakistan Monument in Islamabad. it represents the nation's four provinces and three territories. It is designed by Arif Masood. |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan and the Aiwan-e-Sadr (Palace of the President) are also located Islamabad.
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| Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad |
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