Historical Places to Visit in Pakistan

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Historical Places to Visit in Pakistan Pakistan is one of those countries of the world where some of the oldest civilizations emerged. For those who have archaeological interest, Pakistan is a great place to visit. So book your flight tickets to Pakistan today to begin an amazing journey into the past.


Mohenjo Daro Mohenjo Daro sat beneath the soil for thousands of years, a preserved relic of the ancient Indus Valley civilization. But excavation exposed the city to the elements, and now, says the Telegraph, the ruins may have as little as 20 years left.


Baltit Fort

Baltit Fort is the perfect example of this melding of defense and definition, and its notably Tibetan architecture makes it as curious as it is stunning. Still standing tall and imposing after more than 700 years, this 14th-century fortress is a reminder of the lay of the land in northern Pakistan, both literally and figuratively, centuries ago.


Badshahi Mosque Badshahi Mosque was a symbol of power in the Mughal Empire. Cursed by its size and location, when the region was cast into civil war and overtaken by Sikhs, the mosque began a new history of exploitation for military purposes.


Rohtas Fort Rohtas Fort, built in the 16th century at a strategic site in the north of Pakistan, Province of Punjab, is an exceptional example of early Muslim military architecture in central and south Asia.


Lahore Fort and Shalamar Gardens The lush green Shalamar gardens are a great sight with beautiful fountains, lawns and constructions. It was constructed by the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan in 1942.


Noor Mahal It was built in 1875 by Nawab Sir Muhammad Sadiq, the 5th Nawab of Bahawalpur at the princely cost of Rs 1.2 million. It has 32 rooms and six verandahs but was never used as a residence by the family.


Makli One of the places in Pakistan I wish I would have had more time to explore was Makli Necropolis. It’s one of the largest funerary sites in the world and it spreads over an area of 10 square kilometers.


Taxila Taxila, located in the Rawalpindi district of Pakistan’s Punjab province, is a vast serial site that includes a Mesolithic cave and the archaeological remains of four early settlement sites, Buddhist monasteries, and a Muslim mosque and madrassa.


Princess of Hope Princess of Hope is a natural rock formation that manifests a princess looking beyond horizons (maybe for hope). The sea breeze coming from the Arabian Sea has worked for many years an expert craftsman to carve this beautiful sculpture. Princess of Hope stands high in the mountain range along with Makran Coastal Highway, Baluchistan.


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