Rawalpindi, located near the capital city of Islamabad, is the military headquarters of Pakistan’s Armed Forces and home to most of the important industries and factories in Pakistan. Rawalpindi is one of the important tourist destinations in Pakistan drawing large number of tourists from different parts of the country and around the world.
Transportation system in Rawalpindi too is well developed and well linked. It is well connected by air, rail and roadways allowing convenient traveling in and around the city. It is easily accessible by air and the Rawalpindi airport serves all airlines operating in Pakistan as well as other international airlines. It also serves as the entry point to Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.
Going by archaeological evidences, the city had a distinct culture that flourished some 3000 years ago. The relics at the Museums in Rawalpindi ascertain some rich historical facts about the place. The famous Murree road in Rawalpindi is the most eventful and happening areas of political and social events. Nala Lai is another famous name that runs through the center of the city diving Rawalpindi into a city area and the cantonment area.
It is well known for its floods.
Rawalpindi is filled with historical and natural attractions and provides an ideal infrastructure for the promotion of tourism in this old city situated very close to the capital. There are parks, museums, clubs and fine arrangements for accommodation. Tourists can use Rawalpindi as their base to explore the hill stations like Abbottabad, Nathia, Murree, Kaghan, Hunza, Chitral, Skardu and many others.
Sightseeing in Rawapindi can be pretty exhaustive and one needs to spend time to visit al the places. Starting with Liaquat Bagh, Rawalpindi has places like Lal Haveli, Fasiul Mosque, Purana Quila and many more. The Shakar Parian Hills entices tourist to pay a visit to view the splendid vistas.
The bazaars at Rawalpindi offer great opportunity for the shopaholics to go on a shopping spree bargaining freely with the vendors for the best price. The Saddar Bazaar, Raja bazaar, Kashmiri bazaar and the Moti Bazaar are places worth a visit for shopping.
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