Travel to Islamabad
Islamabad, the capital city of the Islamic Republic
of Pakistan, is a picture perfect city. It offers an unforgettable
city experience in a natural setting. Located against the backdrop
of Margalla Hills on the Potohar Plateau, the city was built to
replace Karachi as the Capital of Pakistan. Compared to its twin
city Rawalpindi, it is lush green, modern and peaceful.
There is plenty to see and do in Islamabad, as
the city is active all year round. The arts and culture capital
of Pakistan, the city has many cultural attractions for tourists
to discover. Join Pakistan Holiday to explore the myriad facets
of Islamabad.
Shah Faisal Mosque
Designed by a renowned Turkish Architect, Vedat Dalokay and named
after the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, Shah Faisal Mosque is
spread over 1,89,705 sq. meters with 88 meters high minarets and
40 meters high main prayer hall. The main prayer hall has a capacity
of 10,000 persons while the covered porticos and verandahs can accommodate
more than 24,000 worshipers.
Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif
The mirror-studded Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif is located in the
Noorpur Shahan, a village situated at the foot of Margalla Hills,
near Quaid-e-Azam University. Known as Bari Imam in common parlance,
the shrine was built on the order of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The
death anniversary (Urs) of Bari Imam is celebrated with much fanfare
in the first week of May and attracts people from all over Pakistan.
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