Wonderful Points in Pakistan: January 2016

Thursday, January 28, 2016

12 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan

10 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan

Color is one of the most expressive and appealing factors, it is through the perception that people produce a series of physical, psychological and physical effects similar form with rich connotations, profound meaning and symbolism. In the indoor environment should meet its color should be the main function and mental requirements, the purpose is to make people feel comfortable. Color itself has some features in interior design and full use of these features will be given to the design touching charm, and to interior space shine.

Vibrant colors are perceived as lively environment and indicates joy. If you are a kind of person who love colorful environment around you, then you must visit these following locations in Pakistan that are full of colorful buildings and houses.

Androon Lahore (Inside Walled City of Lahore)

Androon Lahore - 12 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan | Wonderful points

New Food Street, Lahore

Gawalmandi, Lahore

Quarters of Chauburji, Lahore

Chaubuji Quarter Lahore - 12 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Wall of Samadh Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Lahore

Samadh Maharaja Ranji Singh - 12 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Guest House in Keran, Neelam Valley

Soldier Bazaar, Karachi

12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan

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Moeed Amjad 5:22:00 PM 0

12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan

Pakistan's global image is so damaged that people don't approve the good things about the country. If there are hundreds of less-impressive things about Pakistan, then there are thousands of good things about Pakistan too. But the fact is, international as well as local media is too focused on exaggerating the less-impressive side of the country that people have almost forget the good things about Pakistan.

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This article is a tiny effort to remind everyone about some less known yet interesting facts about Pakistan.

1) Largest Ambulance Network in the World

Largest Ambulance Network in the World (EDHI Trust) - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Abdul Sattar Edhi, prominent Pakistani philanthropist and social activist established a welfare trust 'Edhi Trust' that has become world's largest ambulance network.

2) More than 50% of World Footballs are made in Pakistan

50%of World Footballs are made in Pakistan - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Pakistan might have never qualified for football world cup so far, but interesting, more than fifty percent of the footballs used in the world are made in Pakistan. Pakistan is behind all those soccer balls branded as Adidas or other popular brands across the globe.

3) Highest Polo Ground in the World

Highest Polo Ground in the World - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Shandur Top (also called Roof of the World), elevated 12,200 feet, located in Chitral, Pakistan, is world's highest Polo ground. Every year there is a polo match played on Shandur Top between the home teams of Gilgit and Chitral teams from other regions.

4) One of the Largest Desert in the World

One of the Largest Desert in the World - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Poitns

Thar is world's 9th largest sub-tropical desert. This desert is about 10,000 years old and was once a water source for Indus Valley Civilization.

5) Asia's Biggest Fresh Water Lake Manchar Lake

Asia's Biggest Fresh water Lake Manchar Lake - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Lake Manchar is located in Jamshoro District of Sindh. It is Asia's largest freshwater lake and Pakistan's biggest lake. The area of the lake fluctuates with the seasons from as little as 350 km² to as much as 520 km². The lake collects water from numerous small streams in the Kirthar Mountains and empties into the Indus River.

6) Highest paved International Road

Highest paved International Road - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

The Karakoram Highway is the highest paved international road in the world. It connects Sinkiang Uighur of China and Gilgit–Baltistan of Pakistan across the Karakoram mountain range, through the Khunjerab Pass at an elevation of 4,693 meters (15,397 ft).

7) Largest Deep Sea Port in the World

Largest Deep Sea Port in the World - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Gwadar is the world’s largest deep sea port lies in southwestern Pakistani province of Balochistan. The design and construction of the port is carried out in collaboration with China and it has just started it’s operation.

8) Pakistan has 4th largest reserves of Coal

4th Largest reserves of Coal (PAKISTAN) - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Coal reserves of Pakistan are estimated to be worth $2500 Billion. They can be used to generate 50,000 megawatt electricity for next 500 years.

9) That is enough to produce more oil than Iran and Saudi Arabia combined

Oil Produce (PAKISTAN) - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

And these reserves are enough to fulfill fuel demands more aggressively than Iran and Saudi Arabia is fulfilling of the entire world.

10) Largest Irrigation System of The world

Largest Irrigation System of the World - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Pakistan has world's largest irrigation system that is operation for centuries. Canals have been designed in such a way that they irrigate most of the lands of Pakistan. There are three major storage reserviors Tarbela, Chashma and Mangla, 19 barrages, 15 integrated canals and several small canals.

11) World's 7th Atomic Power and Muslim World's First

World's 7th Atomic Power (Pakistan) - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

On 28th May 1998, Pakistan became world's 7th Nuclear Power and First Islamic country with a Nuclear Power. Pakistan is considered one of the major countries with modern army equipment.

12) 3rd Largest in owning most number of Atomic Assets

Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission - 12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan | Wonderful Points

Pakistan is ranked 3rd in owning most number of atomic assets after United States and China. Pakistan has been producing atomic assets to get over its energy crisis and defense.

30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

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Moeed Amjad 4:48:00 PM 0

30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

Lahore is the second biggest city of Pakistan and 16th most populous city in the World. It's far considered to be Pakistan's developed city with modern infrastructure. Other than present day attractions, Lahore has a rich history dating again over a millennium. One of the most densely populated cities within the world, Lahore stays an monetary, political, transportation, enjoyment, and academic hub of Pakistan.

If you have in no way been to Lahore before and have plans to visit Lahore, following are the public locations which you ought to go to understanding in the essence of Lahore. This listing includes modern and historical places of Lahore.

Badshahi Masjid

Badshahi Masjid

Badshahi Masjid turned into constructed in 1673 by Aurangzeb, the six Mughal Emperor. It is 15th largest mosque in the world and 2nd largest mosque in the Pakistan.Badshahi Masjid turned into constructed in 1673 by Aurangzeb, the six Mughal Emperor. It is 15th largest mosque in the world and 2nd largest mosque in the Pakistan. Its miles a part of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites since 1993.

Lahore Fort

Lahore Fort

Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila) was constructed the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar between 1556-1605. The Fort manifests the rich traditions of Mughal structure. A number of the famous sites in the fort Naulakha Pavilion, Sheesh Mahal, Alamgiri Gate and Moti Masjid.

Masjid Wazir Khan

Masjid Wazir Khan

Masjid Wazir Khan constructed the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1634-1635. It is name after then-governor of Lahore who was generally called Wazir Khan. This mosque is most famous for its massive faience tile work.

Minar-e-Pakistan

Minar-e-Pakistan

Minar-e-pakistan is located in Iqbal Park Beside Badshahi Masjid. Minar-e-Pakistan was constructed on the site where, on 23 March 1940, the Pakistan resolution passed, between 1960-1968.

Shalimar Gardens

Shalimar Garden

Shalimar Gardens is another historical attraction in Lahore. It was constructed in 1641 during Shah Jehan's reign. These Gardens have 410 fountains, many buildings, chambers, pavilions and halls. Some of the varieties of trees that were/are planed include mango, cherry, jamun, almond, apple, apricot, peach, poplar among many others.

Walled City of Lahore

Walled City of Lahore

Basically, this used to be the old formation of Lahore. The whole city used to be a gated community that was designed to be within 12 gates of Lahore. You should visit the Walled City of Lahore to experience the essence of old Lahore.

Data Darbaar - Ali Hajvery's Tomb

Data Darbar

Data Darbar is shrine of Sufi saint Hazrat Ali Hajvery (R.A.). He is said to be lived on the site in 11th century. It is visited by thousands of people daily. You should visit this place to feel an important aspect of Lahore.

Fortress Stadium

Frotress Stadium - Wonderful Point | 30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

Fortress Stadium Lahore

Upon visiting to Fortress Stadium, you will be having chance to visit many sites at ones as Fortress is an important entertainment and shopping hub. Joyland and Sindbaad are playlands that are fun places for kids. Fortress Square is another attraction which is Lahore's finest shopping mall. Another place to go within Fortress is Hyperstar which is Pakistani version of Walmart.

Grand Jamia Mosque

Grand Jamia Masjid (Bahria Town)

Grand Jamia Masjid is a mosque located in Bahria Town, Lahore. It is 3rd largest mosque in Pakistan and fifth largest mosque in the world. Built in 2014, it is a beautiful combination of modern architectural style.

Replica of Eiffel Tower

Raplica Eiffel Tower (Bahria Town) - Wonderful Point | 30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

Replica Eiffel Tower (Bahria Town)

Few hundred meters from Grand Jamia Masjid (Bahria Town), there stands a replica of Eiffel Tower that has become another attraction in Lahore. Must visit it upon your visit to Grand Mosque.

Lahore Zoo

Lahore Zoo

Established in 1872, Lahore Zoo is one of the largest zoos in South Asia. Today the zoo houses a collection of about 1380 animals of 136 species. Just beside Lahore Zoo, is, Jinnah Park and Quaid-e-Azam library that are also popular attractions of Lahore.

Lahore Museum

Lahore Museum

It was established in 1865. The current building of Lahore Museum was designed by the well-known architect Sir Ganga Ram. The Museum is the biggest museum of Pakistan.

Sozo Water Park

Sozo Water Park

Sozo Water Park is a water park located in Lahore. It is one of the few water-themed amusement parks in the city. There are three pools in this park. One have same depth of water and other two have gradually increasing depth. Park has separate pool areas for males and females.

Safari Park

Safari Park Lahore

The species housed here include Indian peafowl, Bengal tiger, common pheasant, emu, lion, among many others. Boating and fishing facilities have been developed near a lake. There are also safari tracks in the lion and Bengal tiger areas. It has been recently renamed as Lahore Safari Zoo.

Wagah Border

Wagah Border Lahore

Hundreds of people attend flag ceremony held at Pak-Indian border in Wagah Village. You might be interested to see the parade of Pakistani and Indian army.

PIA Planetarium

PIA Planetarium Lahore

It was established after the establishment of PIA Planetarium, Karachi. It contains a dome building and a retired Boeing 720-047B (registration AP-AXL) standing in a park. Upon visiting this, you should also visit Choburji - a historical monument which is few meters away from this attraction.

Jilani Park (Race Course)

Jilani Park (Race Course)

Within Jilani Park on Jail Road, there is Race Course that is popular place for horse riders as many competitions are held there. It is one of the most well-kept and most visited Parks in Lahore, so it is fun to be at such public place.

M.O.L (Mall of Lahore)

Mall of Lahore - 30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore | Wonderful Points

M.O.L (Mall of Lahore)

Mall of Lahore is one of the popular shopping malls in Lahore. Almost all local brands including many international brands have official stores in this Mall. Do pay a visit for shopping experience in Lahore.

CineStar (3D - IMAX)

CineStar - 30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore | Wonderful Points

CineStar (3D - IMAX)

Lahore is also entertainment hub and has many cinemas and theaters. Among rest, Cinestar is the best and most advanced cinema in the city where you can experience 3D and IMAX movies at one place.

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Thursday, January 28, 2016

12 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan

10 Most Vibrant and Colorful Buildings in Pakistan

Androon Lahore (Inside Walled City of Lahore)

New Food Street, Lahore

Gawalmandi, Lahore

Quarters of Chauburji, Lahore

Wall of Samadh Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Lahore

Guest House in Keran, Neelam Valley

Soldier Bazaar, Karachi

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan

12 Less Known and Amazing Facts about Pakistan

1) Largest Ambulance Network in the World

2) More than 50% of World Footballs are made in Pakistan

3) Highest Polo Ground in the World

4) One of the Largest Desert in the World

5) Asia's Biggest Fresh Water Lake Manchar Lake

6) Highest paved International Road

7) Largest Deep Sea Port in the World

8) Pakistan has 4th largest reserves of Coal

9) That is enough to produce more oil than Iran and Saudi Arabia combined

10) Largest Irrigation System of The world

11) World's 7th Atomic Power and Muslim World's First

12) 3rd Largest in owning most number of Atomic Assets

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

30 Places You Must See On Your Visit to Lahore

Badshahi Masjid

Lahore Fort

Masjid Wazir Khan

Minar-e-Pakistan

Shalimar Gardens

Walled City of Lahore

Data Darbaar - Ali Hajvery's Tomb

Fortress Stadium

Grand Jamia Mosque

Replica of Eiffel Tower

Lahore Zoo

Lahore Museum

Sozo Water Park

Safari Park

Wagah Border

PIA Planetarium

Jilani Park (Race Course)

M.O.L (Mall of Lahore)

CineStar (3D - IMAX)

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