Pakistan

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Pakistan is blessed with abundant natural and historical riches. Incredible mountain landscapes are set against a backdrop of desert forts and stories of sultans and djinns. In its cities, ancient bazaars are home to intricately etched copper kitchenware alongside pungent spice racks and steaming tea stalls.

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Lahore Fort

Lahore

Built, damaged, demolished, rebuilt and restored several times before being given its current form by Emperor Akbar in 1566 (when he made Lahore his…
Shah Faisal Mosque

Islamabad & Rawalpindi

The eye-popping Shah Faisal Mosque, nestled at the foot of the Margalla Hills, is one of Asia's largest and reflects an eclectic blend of ultramodern and…
Badshahi Mosque

Lahore

Completed in 1674 under Aurangzeb as the Mughals' final architectural fling, the sublime Badshahi Mosque, opposite the main gateway to the Lahore Fort, is…
Jehangir's Tomb

Lahore

Standing in a garden on the northern outskirts of Lahore, the elaborately decorated sandstone Jehangir's Tomb is that of Emperor Jehangir. Built in 1637…
Baltit Fort

Karakoram Highway

The oldest parts of Baltit Fort date from the 13th century. Over the years more houses and towers were added, and it was fortified. To cement an alliance…
Shrine of Data Ganj Bakhsh Hajveri

Lahore

Author of a famous book on mysticism, the 11th-century Data Ganj Bakhsh, originally from Ghazni in Afghanistan, was one of the most successful Sufi…
Rohtas Fort

Lahore

Some 16km northwest of Jhelum, colossal Rohtas Fort is an extraordinary example of military architecture. It was started in 1543 by the Pashtun ruler Sher…
Mausoleum Of Sheikh Rukn-I-Alam

Pakistan

Lying just inside the main entrance to the fort, this masterpiece of Mughal architecture is the most significant and attractive of Multan's shrines. A…

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Best Things to Do

From hiking through epic landscapes to touring museums and sampling street food, here are the best things to do on a visit to Pakistan.

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Things to Know

Pakistan is a thrilling destination, but travel here can be challenging for the unprepared. Here’s what you need to know before you visit.

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Transportation

Information about public transport in Pakistan can be difficult to find online. Here's everything you need to know about getting around when you arrive.

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Visa Requirements

Pakistan is an adventurous destination, and it’s getting easier to visit all the time. Here’s what you need to know about getting a visa.

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Money and Costs

Pakistan is one of Asia’s most affordable destinations. With these budget travel tips, you’ll save on flights, accommodation, food and more.

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Traveling with Kids

Follow these insider tips and you'll find Pakistan is a great place to travel with kids.

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Best Road Trips

Whether you drive yourself or hire a car and driver, Pakistan is a spectacular place to take a road trip. Here’s our pick of Pakistan's best drives.