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General Information:
Islamabad is located in the northwestern part of Pakistan in the Potohar Plateau. The capital city of the nation is located within the Islamabad Capital Territory. The city covers an area of 906.0s. Km and has an estimated population of 955,629 inhabitants. Islamabad has hot summers and cold winters. The three man-made lakes Rawal, Simli and Khanpur regulate the microclimate of the region. Our site Allwonderscities offers detailed information about Islamabad. Allwonderscities.Com.
Tourist Attractions:
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The city well known for its sculptured gardens, the charming heritage museum and the charming large marble Shah Faisal Mosque attracts tourists from all around the world. The ancient town of Taxila lies to the west of the city and dates back to 500BC. The architecture of the young city is a blending of modern and traditional styles. The best example that features the above stated line to the fullest is the Saudi-Pak Tower. The other major buildings of tourist attraction are the Faisal Mosque, Quaid-I-Azam University, National Assembly building, the Supreme Court building, the President's Official residence and the Prime Minister's secretariat. The giant silver-colored Globe Statue is a major landmark of the city. The other major attractions of the city are the Fatima Jinnah Park, Rose and Jasmine Garden, Golra Sharif, Margalla hills, Islamabad Zoo, Lotus Lake, Museum of Pakistan and Chattar Bagh.
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Transportation:
Islamabad International Airport serves the city and an efficient network of public transport system operates throughout the lengths and breadths of the city. The Airport is considered to be a major gateway to the nation and even handles international flights. The major modes of public transport system in the city are bus and taxi services.
Shopping:
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Shopping in Islamabad is full of fun and excitement. Jinnah Supermarket is a perfect place to look for china silks and china antiques. The silk clothes are available in huge varieties of colors and patterns. The clothes are available at cheap rates. The souvenir shops located at every corner of the city are the perfect destinations to search for your desired goods. .
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Hotels:
The warm hospitability of the city can be best felt in the hotels of the city. The hotels are located at a convenient location for the betterment of the visitors. The special destinations and shopping malls are located within short distances. The most popular hotels of the region are Marriott Hotel, Holiday Inn Hotel, Serena Hotel, Grand Hyatt, Best Western Hotel, Pearl Continental Hotel and Intercontinental. Tourists may even look for cheap budget hotels to curtail their holiday expenditures.
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