Pakistan Travel Guide
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Pakistan
Over
300,000 years of human history have turned this nation into a vibrant cultural
melting pot, with travellers including the ancient Greeks, Moghuls and British
leaving an indelible mark. Bordered by Iran, Afghanistan, and India, and
featuring a scenic Arabian Sea coastline, Pakistan offers an unrivalled blend
of rich cultural history, striking landscapes, and world-class trekking.
Beyond
its monuments, the true heart of the country lies in its people. The warmth and
hospitality of the Pakistani people is a deeply ingrained cultural and
religious way of life known as mehmaan
nawazi,
where guests are treated as a gift from God. Today, this welcoming spirit
balances an adventurous frontier; the footprints of the world's elite
mountaineers draw travellers to the spectacular collision point of the
Himalaya, Karakoram, Pamir, and Hindu Kush ranges, home to colossal peaks such
as Gasherbrum IV, Broad Peak and K2.
The
staggering beauty of the trekking routes
along with the friendly and welcoming nature of the local people, makes
Pakistan one of the most incredible destinations you will ever visit and one of
the few places where you can still see and learn about authentic Tibetan
culture, language and religion. The mountain town of Skardu is often
called "Little Tibet“ and it’s
unique culture is deeply rooted in Tibetan heritage, ancient trade history and
mountain life. It’s
people speak Balti, an ancient dialect rooted in classical Tibetan.
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Islamabad
capital city
881,913
area in km²
Urdu
main language(s)