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Even though it is just the 36th largest country by area, Pakistan has the 7th highest population in the world and is on track to surpass the 200 million population milestone. As one of the most populous countries in the world, Pakistan is also home to some of the world’s mega-cities.

Islamabad

Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan and is located within the federal Islamabad Capital Territory. The population makeup of the city makes it the most diverse and cosmopolitan area in Pakistan, which has contributed to its steady growth through the years. As of 2016, the population is 1.433 million.

Islamabad is not just known for being the capital of Pakistan, but it is known for embracing modern ideas while remaining true to its rich cultural heritage. The dynamic city has attracted residents from all over Pakistan, making it one of the most diverse and urbanized cities in the country.

One of the top things to do in Islamabad is to visit the Grand Faisal Mosque. Construction began on the mosque in 1976, after the late King Faisal bin Abdul-Aziz put up $120 million of his Saudi fortune to have it built in Islamabad. Although it is the 4th largest mosque on earth and covers a whopping 54,000 square feet, the mosque’s design is truly the most intriguing.

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Lahore

Lahore is the second largest city situated in the northwest of Pakistan. It is the capital city of the province of Punjab and is the main center for culture in both the Punjab region and in Pakistan as a whole. Lahore’s population in 1998 stood at just under 6.5 million with a figure for 2013 of just over 7 million with a current growth rate of just over 2%.

Lahore is a city rich in history and tradition; it has experienced 3 major eras in its history – the Mughul Empire, British colonial, and now the modern city of Pakistan. With new eras in history came new designs and developments – which have all added and enriched the fabric of its busy bustling city. Of particular note, is the Walled City of Lahore, which is one of the most densely populated areas of Lahore. It has highly compromised living conditions, in part due to its over population – and partly due to the neglect it suffers from the municipal. In contrast, the military area of Lahore boasts wider streets, cleaner air and is generally less chaotic than the more inner city areas.

One of the top things to visit the Minar-e-Pakistan. Minar-e-Pakistan (Pakistan Day Memorial) is a minar which was built to commemorate the day when the Pakistan resolution was passed on March 23, 1940.

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Karachi

Karachi is the largest and most populous metropolitan city in Pakistan and the capital of Sindh province. Located on the Arabian Sea, Karachi is also known as the “City of Lights” and “The Bride of the Cities.” The 2016 population for the city is estimated to be 16.62 million.

One of the most visited places by tourists in Karachi is the Mazar-e-Quaid. The mausoleum holds the remains of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. Called Quaid-e-Azam (“Great Leader”), Jinnah was the country’s 1st Governor-General. The mausoleum was designed in the 1960s. The stoic white marble structure commands attention even from afar. Lines of bubbling fountains lead toward the building, which is a pleasingly simple and striking architectural beauty. The mausoleum also holds the tombs of his sister Fatima Jinnah, the Māder-e Millat (“Mother of the Nation”) and Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan’s first Prime Minister.

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Peshawar

Peshawar is the capital of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It is the biggest city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and is a relatively prosperous city. It is also a cultural and economic hub of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The city is famous for its food and tourism as it is one of the oldest city of Pakistan with recorded history dates back to 539 BC.It’s population records to around 1.97 million (2017).

Mahabat Khan, the Governor of Peshawar, built the Mahabat Khan Mosque in 1630 AD during the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (the ruler of the Mughal Empire in India from 1628 until 1658). This is indeed one of the most beautiful mosques in Pakistan which is why it attracts tourists all over the world.

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Quetta

Quetta is the 10th largest city of Pakistan and is the main city of the province of Balochistan. Most fruits and dry fruits from Pakistan are produced here. According to the data from 2015, Quetta’s population is estimated to be 733,675.

Quetta is an excellent base for exploration of Balochistan. Kan Mehtarzai (2224 meters), the highest railway station in Asia, is a two-hour drive away. Loralai, the almond bowl of the country, is 265 km away. Besides, there are numerous other valleys that are fascinating places for explorers.

Quaid-e-Azam Residency, well-known as “Quaid-e-Azam Residency” 8 km from Ziarat, Quetta is the place where the founder of Islamic Republic of Pakistan Muhammad Ali Jinnah spent the last two months and ten days of his lifespan. It is the most famed woody landmark, built as a sanitarium before embodying residency of federal agent in summer built in 1892 in British Raj. Quaid-e-Azam residency, a place with historic significance is rich in greenish lawns, chinar trees and blossom gardens presenting an eye catching scene of the entire valley.

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