Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Tour of Pakistan

A trip through Pakistan introduces you with a fascinating land that has preserved the essence of its conquerors in the form of present day monuments and archaeological heritage. Take a tour to Pakistan and explore the wonderful excavated sites at Mohenjodaro and Taxila, the architectural monuments of the Moghuls, the Khyber Pass or the ancient unchanging traditions of the Kafir Kalash of the Chitral Valley, which are not to be missed on your Pakistan travel. Also experience the exciting adventurous tour to Pakistan in the form of climbing on the snowcapped Karakoram ranges, horse safari, ski down pristine slopes and lots more. Pakistan also houses modern city of Islamabad and the busy cities of Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar, which are full of fascinating sights that will fill you with wonder on your tour to Pakistan.

Pakistan- Travel Destination of South Asia
Pakistan is a beautiful country with breathtaking locations, which dates back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. The most visited Mohenjo Daro and Harappa are two locations inside Pakistan which have both been witness to some of the greatest archaeological discoveries that the world has seen. These locations are considered to be two of the earliest civilisations of the world. The mountain ranges on the north of Pakistan represents Himalayas, Hindukush and Karakoram to the dry desert regions of Sindh add beauty to this nation and makes it a prime attraction place in South Asia for the nature lovers.

Adventure Tour to Pakistan
For adventure lovers, Pakistan offers the unique pleasure of its northern mountain ranges, the Himalayas, the Hindukush and the Karakorams - a mountain wonderland unparalleled worldwide with such formidable peaks as the Kanchenjunga-2, the Nanga Parbat, the Rakaposhi, and the Trichmir. These ranges present an outstanding opportunities for those looking for trekking, mountaineering, angling, or jeep safaris. The resorts in these remote valleys make for an ideal summer get-away.

Prime Attractions
Marakan Coastline
A mute spectator to an historical event when Alexander the Great marched past this beautiful coastline in 325 B.C. during the Greek war. The Marakan coastline is one of the most visited natural wonders inside Pakistan.

Silk Road
The Silk Road got its name for the ancient silk trade that used to take place in this region. Now this beautiful stretch of road passing through the Indus River and traversing through the Hunza and Gilgit valleys is a prime tourist attraction in Pakistan

K2 Mountain Range
The K2 mountain range inside Pakistan is the second largest mountain range of the world after Mount Everest and is a must visit destination for the tourists. The sport of mountain climbing is the main attraction to this mountain range.

The Eye-Catching Glaciers
Pakistan is a great place to be for nature lovers. The northern Pakistan region boasts of some of the longest glaciers outside the polar region with Siachen and Hispar spread across 72 and 61 km respectively.

Historical Sites of Pakistan
Mohenjo Daro and Harappa
One of the spectacular discoveries of the modern times by the archaeologists are the two cities of Mohenjo Daro and Harappa inside of Pakistan. Discovered along the banks of the Indus river and four hundred miles apart from each other these cities are considered to be 4000 year old and provide a rich glimpse of the Indus valley civilisation.

Taxila
Taxila is a precious world heritage site and is located in the Punjab province of Pakistan and is located just 35 km away from the capital city of Islamabad. Taxila is considered to be one of the best archaeological destinations in Pakistan and also famous for its rich Buddhist heritage. Gandhara sculptures are the prime attractions in Taxila.

Minar-e-Pakistan
Also known as the Iqbal Park this 60 meter high towering structure is a beautiful symbolic remembrance of the struggle of Pakistan. It was built in the exact place where the historic resolution of 1940 was passed by the Muslim League demanding a separate homeland. Minar-e-Pakistan is one of the most visited architectural delights of Pakistan.

Wildlife of Pakistan
National Park
Pakistan has 14 National Parks prominent amongst them are Kunjerab, Kirthar, Hingol, Ayubia, Deosai and Machiara National Parks. These beautiful National Parks provide a glimpse of the rich Flora and Fauna of Pakistan.

Flora & Fauna
Pakistan is blessed with a rich flora and fauna and is one of the main reasons why it is an important travel destination for nature lovers. These includes the national animal Markhor and other wildlife species like Snow Leopard, Gharial, Green Turtle, Blue Bull, Chinkara and birds like Pelicans, Cheer, Mallards and Coots. Also different plants like Barbery, Juniper, Wild Olive and Gerardiana.

Shopping in Pakistan
If shopping is on your agenda, then Pakistan will surely not disappoint you. Be it the famous markets of its capital Islamabad like the Kohsar market, Super market and the famous Jinnah market or options from the famous city of Karachi which will give you an opportunity to treasure the beautiful mirror work from the Sindh region, get beautiful brassware souvenir items, shop for gold and jewelry and the best embroidery work of South Asia by master artisans. The Park Towers Shopping Mall, Bargello Fashion Store and the Empress Market are some of the famous shopping destinations of Karachi. Another important city, Lahore is one of the important financial hubs of Pakistan and known for its famous shopping markets like the Anarkali Bazar, Hafeez Center, Panorama Centre, Pace Shopping Plaza and the Liberty Market. Shopping in Pakistan is not just restricted to the above mentioned prominent cities, there is much more to discover in Pakistan for all your shopping needs.

How To Reach Pakistan
By Air
Travel to Pakistan is best undertaken from the aerial route. The Jinnah International Airport, Allama Iqbal International Airport and the Islamabad International Airport are the airports in Pakistan. The national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines connects Pakistan to other important international destinations in the world.

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